Episode Synopsis "Prologue"

Radzyn, Poland: August, 1939. Deep inside the thick forest, hundreds of men gather for an address from the Rebbe of Radzyn. However, he refuses to speak. Radzyn stories at http://www.RadzynStories.com. Musical composition by Casey O'Neil: https://soundcloud.com/casey-oneil-3 Glossary of terms used in this episode: (For a complete list along with illustrations, visit http://radzynstories.com/glossary/index.html) Chossidim (n) Plural of "chossid." An Israelite who has taken upon themselves the heartbreaking and triumphant process of deepening their relationship with their Creator. Typically travel in groups. Bekeshe (n) A long overcoat worn by chassidic men on shabbos and holidays. Special ones are designated for special occasions, and can say a great deal about who's wearing it. Tisch (n) A gathering of men around a table. Some tisches are larger, others smaller, but all require song, words of Torah, and shot glasses.

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