Levi Yitzchok of Berditchev

לוי יצחק מברדיצ'ב (Known as "The Defender of Israel")

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Born c. 1740

Hushakov, Poland

Passed Away Oct 05, 1809 Berdychiv, Russia

Lifespan 69 years old

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"Master of the Universe, You have so many gentiles and only one Israel; why do You not shower all Your blessings upon them?"

Archival Overview

Beloved Hasidic master and author of 'Kedushat Levi' renowned as the supreme advocate for the Jewish people who boldly argued with the Almighty in prayer on their behalf.

Biographical Record

Levi Yitzchok of Berditchev (1740–1809 CE) was a disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch and served as spiritual leader of the immense Jewish community of Berdychiv.

Famed for finding merit in even the most wayward sinner, he frequently interrupted prayers to address God directly as his people's defense attorney.

Key Life Milestones

1785

Appointed Chief Rabbi of Berdychiv

Assumed the rabbinic leadership of Berdychiv, transforming it into the spiritual capital of Ukrainian Hasidism.

1798

Publication of Kedushat Levi

Published 'Kedushat Levi', celebrated for its ecstatic insights on divine love and unconditional defense of humanity.

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Final Resting Place

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Old Jewish Cemetery of Berdychiv
Berdychiv, Ukraine

                         GPS: 49.8964, 28.5872                    

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