Michel Twerski
| Horenstypler Rebbe Michel Twerski | |
|---|---|
| Residence | Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Rabbi |
| Organization | Congregation Beth Jehudah |
| Title | Rabbi, Rebbe |
| Religion | Judaism |
| Denomination | Orthodox, Hasidic |
| Spouse(s) | Feige Twerski |
Rabbi Michel Twerski is an American Hasidic rabbi. He currently heads the Beth Jehudah congregation in Milwaukee. He is the brother of psychiatrist Rabbi Abraham J. Twerski.[1] Rabbi Twerski is a descendent of the Chernobyler Hasidic dynasty. He is also known as the Hornosteipler Rebbe of Milwaukee.[2]
Family
Rabbi Michel Twerski is married to Rebbitzin Feige Twerski, a Jewish author and lecturer.[3][4]
Rabbi Michel Twerski is a son of Grand Rebbe Jacob Israel Twerski (1898–1973) of Hornosteipel of Milwaukee, Wisconsin a scion of the Chernobyl Hasidic dynasty, and Dvorah Leah Twerski (1900–1995). After his father's death, Rabbi Michel succeeded his father as Grand Rebbe.
Rabbi Michel Twerski is the brother of author, psychiatrist Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Contributions to the Jewish community
Rabbi Twerski has been cited as the driving force behind Milwaukee's growing Orthodox Jewish community.
Music
As is common among Hasidic Rebbes, Rabbi Twerski has composed a number Hasidic tunes, or nigunim.
Teachings
Rabbi Twerski's teachings are available on the web at no charge here and here. They are also available on iTunes for free as well. You can also find a few video recordings at Torahanytime.com
Tributes
Rabbi Twerski received a number of tributes in his honor, recognizing his contributions to the Hasidic Jewish community and his musical accomplishments.
Congressional tribute
Thomas M. Barrett of Wisconsin gave a tribute to Rabbi Twerski in the United States Congress. Rabbi Twerski was honored for his contribution to Jewish life and to the world of music.[3]
Milwaukee Orchestra Tribute
The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra conducted a tribute honoring Rabbi Twerski's musical contributions.[3]
References
- ↑ "Rabbi Michel Twerski". Congregation Beth Jehudah. Retrieved Oct 15, 2009.
- ↑ Encyclopedia of American Jewish History. Accessed February 21, 2014.
- 1 2 3 A Tribute to Rabbi Michel Twerski. Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 93 (Friday, June 27, 1997). Accessed February 21, 2014.
- ↑ Geenen, Paul. Sherman Park: A Legacy in Diversity in Milwaukee. Accessed February 21, 2014.