D'vekut: Hasidism and Jewish Mysticism

D'vekut: Hasidism and Jewish Mysticism

2000 · 62 min · Documentary

The fascinating story of Hasidism and Jewish mysticism in Israel, featuring rarely seen footage inside a world unknown to many people.

Directed by Willy Lindwer

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