📖 The Early Years – Part 1: Discover the Rebbe's History, Menachem Mendel Schneerson
- Rabbi Moshe Perets
- 4 days ago
- 3 min read
By Jewish Educational Media
“Before the Rebbe led the world, he walked quietly through it—learning, growing, and preparing.”
🎬 New Video Release: The Early Years – Part 1 (1902–1929)
Step back in time and trace the remarkable beginnings of one of the most influential Jewish leaders of the 20th century: Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, known simply as the Rebbe.
In this powerful and visually rich 1-hour documentary, we explore the formative years of the Rebbe’s life—from his birth in Nikolayev in 1902 to his wedding in Warsaw and move to Berlin in 1929.
🕊️ This video is based on the groundbreaking biographical work The Early Years, authored by Rabbi Boruch Oberlander and Rabbi Elkanah Shmotkin.
🌍 A Life Spanning Continents – A Spirit Rooted in Truth
From Ukraine to Berlin, this first chapter of the Rebbe's life reflects not only physical journeys but deep spiritual growth, intellectual rigor, and unwavering moral clarity.
📍 Nikolayev (1902–1908): The Rebbe’s birthplace and first impressions of a life steeped in Chassidic tradition.
📍 Yekaterinoslav (1909–1924): The city of his youth, where he received both secular and religious education under the guidance of his father, Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Schneerson.
📍 Leningrad (1924–1927): A challenging era in Soviet Russia, where the Rebbe’s spiritual resilience shone.
📍 Riga (1927–1928) & Warsaw (1928): Defining moments including his meeting with his future father-in-law and marriage to Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka.
📍 Berlin (1929): The beginning of married life, academic pursuits, and preparation for what would eventually become a global revolution in Jewish life.
“The Rebbe’s early years show not only where he came from — but what kind of world he came to change.”
📜 A Treasure of New Historical Insights
This video doesn’t just retell the Rebbe’s biography — it documents it in vivid detail:
🗂️ Newly uncovered government records and letters
📓 Excerpts from private diaries and correspondence
🗺️ Historical photos, city maps, and cultural context
📸 Rare visuals from each location and period of his life
The result is a deeply human, profoundly inspiring portrait of a young man destined to become a leader—not through ambition, but through quiet greatness.
🔍 Why This Matters Today
In an age of uncertainty, the Rebbe’s early years offer something timeless:
A model of moral courage
A deep commitment to faith and learning
The power of humility in leadership
And a reminder that every great movement starts with inner preparation
This film is not just for Chabad followers — it is for Noahides, seekers, and anyone who draws strength from stories of purpose, wisdom, and unshakable faith.
🎥 Watch Now: The Early Years – Part 1
Whether you're a student, a teacher, or simply someone seeking to understand the roots of spiritual leadership — this film is a must-see.
Let the story of the Rebbe’s early life awaken your own path of growth.
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“Before one can illuminate the world, one must first kindle the flame within.”– Inspired by the life of the Rebbe
By Moshe Perets
About the Author
Rabbi Dr. Moshe Perets is the President of the Noahide Academy of Israel, Founder & Executive Director of the NoahideAcademy.org
Rabbi Moshe Perets studied Rabbinical Studies at the Chabad Yeshiva of Brussels, medical studies at the University of Louvain, and Scientic medical research at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. He is dedicated to teaching the universal ethics of the Seven Noahide Laws and building global educational frameworks for humanity based on Torah values. 🌐 www.noahideacademy.org
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