Chassidut vs. Mussar: Breaking the Self or Lifting the Soul?
Rabbi Yitzchak Botton
In this deep and down-to-earth class, we explore the real difference between the Mussar approach — focused on rebuke, inner struggle, and confronting our flaws — and the Chassidic path, which emphasizes light, positivity, and revealing the divine greatness inside every Jew. Through stories of great rabbis, Torah sources, and practical examples, we examine how each method shapes teshuvah, education, leadership, and personal growth.
