Neuberger HEW 2024 | Kristallnacht Commemoration: Hasidism and Anti-Jewish Violence in Poland

In honour of Neuberger HEW’s annual Kristallnacht commemoration, join us for an evening of dialogue and music centered around the Hasidic community in Poland. In his new book, The Light of Learning (2024), author and historian Glenn Dynner tells the story of Hasidism in the context of an increasingly violent interwar Poland and genocidal Nazi occupation. Dynner explores Torah study not only as a spiritual-intellectual endeavor but a political practice that fueled a culture of resistance. He challenges ideas of Hasidic decline, showcasing its role as a vital cultural force before and during the Holocaust.

The program also includes a candle-lighting ceremony to mark the 86th anniversary of Kristallnacht and features musical accompaniment.