Sefer Chasidim: Book of the Pious with Commentary (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781917766432)

Sefer Chasidim: The Book of the Pious is a 800 page Hebrew-English edition that presents the full text of this foundational ethical and mystical work in a clear and accessible format. Translated and commented upon by Shabtzer (Shabtai Patzer), this volume offers both the original Hebrew and an original English translation side by side, accompanied by a rich and spiritually grounded commentary. First composed in medieval Germany by Rabbi Yehuda HaChasid, Sefer Chasidim weaves together halachic rigor, ethical instruction, and mystical insight. It is a guide for those who seek to live with reverence, purity, and elevated responsibility in every detail of life. This edition preserves the power and intensity of the original while illuminating its teachings through thoughtful reflection and cross-references to classical sources such as Chazal, the Rishonim, and the Mussar and Kabbalistic traditions. Designed for both scholars and lay readers, this bilingual edition invites the reader into the world of the Chasidei Ashkenaz with authenticity and clarity. Whether you are a seasoned student of Jewish ethics or newly exploring the inner world of Jewish spirituality, Sefer Chasidim: The Book of the Pious offers a timeless and transformative experience. Published by Yesod Press, April 20th, 2025

Author: Rabbi Yehuda Hachasid,Shabtai Patzer
ISBN-10: 1917766432
ISBN-13: 9781917766432
Publisher: Mark Watson Books and Yesod Press
Language: English
Published: 04/20/2025
Pages: 800
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.43lbs
Size: 8.27h x 5.83w x 1.94d