What was Baal Shem Tov's birth name?
Abraham Moses
Yitzhak Luria
Israel ben Eliezer
Shlomo Gershom
Answer
The Baal Shem Tov, founder of Hasidic Judaism, was born Israel ben Eliezer in Ukraine around 1698. Little is known of his early life, but he gained a reputation as a healer and miracle worker, attracting followers who saw him as a charismatic leader and a profound spiritual guide. His teachings emphasized joy, faith, and direct communion with God, becoming a significant influence on Jewish thought and practice.
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