"Fifty Shades of Black" | A tour of Hasidic men's clothing

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

This video is dedicated to the memory of Joe’s wonderful aunt Verna Lieberstein, who was a much loved person and will be very much missed. Thanks Joe for sharing my videos with Verna. 💐

[@joemoore9066]

I just saw your dedication to my aunt. It makes very happy. Thank you

[@dvoraaronson8417]

May Her Memory Be For A Blessing.

[@lavender5765]

Thank you Frida, this video is useful and enjoyable. Thank you for your guest. Now I know that the word “caftan” is of Hebrew origin.

[@polipoli8120]

The word is of turk origin but came to the lexicon through persian/ arabic languages. Means exactly what it looks like - a type of mens garb item. Was in use in all turk countries and western years till last century when was gradually replaced by mire modern european type if mens clothes. But still serving as very traditional cloth in turkey, hungary, some ukrainian and some russian, and some polish regions

[@PASwiftUTube]

Absolutely fascinating. Loved every minute.

[@layladlovely]

Rabbi’s cheeky smile when he puts on something really fashion forward is priceless. You interviewed the right man! He definitely loves clothes. 🙌😅

[@ashleystanley7941]

Rabbi Mendel is such a joy to learn from. He is lively and has a great sense of humor. I cannot imagine spending thousands of dollars on a hat, but I understand how important it is after learning the history.

[@cecilhayden585]

First let me thank the Rabbi for being so gracious to explain the clothing. I want to thank you Frieda for this video, it has answered so many questions I have about Hasidic dress.

[@BabyJesus66]

He had a horrible ego. And bragged about how expensive all his clothing was. God will not let a braggard into heaven.

[@CaptainBill22]

@@BabyJesus66 Is he bragging? Maybe, maybe not. However, he knows that he's primarily speaking to non-Jewish and non-Hasidic people who are very curious. People will inevitably ask "how much does something like that cost?" What is also apparent, is that a lot of these garments are passed down the generations. Are they expensive? Yes, but they're also made to last. A lot of vestments used in the Catholic and Orthodox churches are also very ornate and very expensive. Priests don't really own those vestments for the most part. Instead they get passed down. Pride is a sin, but just because you commit a sin, doesn't mean that you don't get to heaven. That is p to God to decide.

[@ovrjoyd]

I need some clarification.The rabbi an influencer with an Instagram page? I thought Hasidics could only use Kosher phones with limited internet.

[@creepyspookyicky]

@@BabyJesus66this is some absolute bullshit. The rabbi was gracious, funny, personable, informative & why not enjoy fashion and tradition? There is nothing wrong with appreciating beautiful things that give you joy. We have only a limited amount of time here on this Earth & there are so many unhappy realities we must endure daily, why not have some fun with yr wardrobe & rly have a good time? I think yr awfully judgemental & very unfairly to the rabbi, imo. I enjoyed learning about the traditions & how much he appreciates the items left to him by his grandfather & the beautiful items he has had made for himself without any doubt, including the thought of passing them along some day!

[@elouisew1173]

​@@BabyJesus66I don't consider it bragging at all. As a non jew it helps me to put it into context. It just provides clarity.

[@glendapeterson1180]

This rabbi is also a great teacher! He's so natural, thorough, and is willing to tell us why things are done as they are. I hope you have him again; I would like to hear him speak on other customs and beliefs.

[@mhpaneth]

Thank you for the lovely compliment! The fact that you recognized I’m a teacher shows you must either be a seasoned educator, a school principal, or just someone with a keen sense of personality analysis-ha! I’ve been teaching for many years, and while I'm no longer in a classroom with students, I still enjoy lecturing on various fascinating topics. Praise from someone as insightful as you truly means a lot to me!

[@kathydellagiacoma2]

I am not a Hasidic person. I am of the Lutheran religion. I enjoyed and learned so much from this series. You all are very good teachers. You clearly love sharing your knowledge and I am happy to have learned so much.

[@apace903]

Please do a clothing video that explains women and girls clothing. Your videos are fun to watch and learn from.😊

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

It’s my dream!!!

[@bettymaines6305]

@@FriedaVizelBrooklyn it would be a wonderful video.

[@Lowcountryyankee]

I would love this. If not with a live model, perhaps illustrations that help us understand the layers, lengths, etc.

[@annmariewalker3879]

@@Lowcountryyankee Or a tour of a clothing store that sells modest clothing. Boro Park and Williamsburg must have stores that fit every need!

[@ThinkForYourself2025]

@@FriedaVizelBrooklyn What's stopping you?

[@buddypvaz124]

Frieda never disappoints with subjects and presentations. Her questions are on point and are sometimes, somewhat difficult. Yet they are always disarming. Over 45 minutes watching a video on male Hasidic clothing and she makes it must see tv. She is remarkable.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thank you you brightened my day

[@buddypvaz124]

​​@@FriedaVizelBrooklyn 💌🌹😊

[@hannah-il5ou]

Hear hear!

[@SuzanneBarthelemy]

She absolutely is! 💯

[@itabrennan7420]

Frieda has this wonderful ability. It's called listening.

[@jnf1270]

I'm not a religious jew in any way but this is actually fascinating. Never knew any of this. I can tell that this is a good rabbi, because he's teaching us.

[@estherrubin867]

Loved this. My father, who came from a chassidishe family in Poland, was a custom tailor in Los Angeles, CA. He didn’t dress chassidish any more, but the chassidim came to him because he knew how to make all of their clothing the way they needed it to be. On Shabbes, when we’d walk to our shul, he would point out to me the rebbes and the regular folks who were wearing the bekeshes that he had made. They were so beautiful.

[@BenGoldNYC]

I really like how he explained the origins of things and pointed out that you can see similar styles in non-Jewish culture. Also the designs of some of these are stunning. I used to live in south Williamsburg, but never saw anyone dressed as nice as him.

[@mwalter3755]

I have a very classy bekitcha and live nearby :)

[@nikkihudak6877]

I've been in NYC for 20 years and I've wondered about this forever. Thank you Frieda for helping to bring cross-cultural awareness and understanding.

[@gabyfields3235]

Haha, I had NO idea Hasidic men were so fashionable! (I dare say, even a bit "vain" 😉) Who knew??? This Rebbe is taking it to a new level, lol! All us "outsiders" usually only see a sea of plain black color on the streets of Hasidic neighborhoods...unaware of all the many intricacies in Hasidic mens' clothing! Please tell the Rebbe much thanks from us outsiders, it was very informative and interesting! It was wonderful that he took the time and effort to do this fashion show for us! And I am really overjoyed that many members of the Hasidic community are actually appreciating the educational work you do, and are willing to open up a bit to teach us outsiders about their culture, tradition and history. Your work helps building bridges and understanding, and also helps to reduce the "fear of the unknown" which many of us harbor.

[@mhpaneth]

@gabyfields3235 You don’t need to bother Frida with passing on your thanks; I’m right here soaking up all the lovely comments! At this rate, I might need to skip meals for a week with all this praise, lol! Seriously, though, thank you for your wonderful words. Frida truly deserves all the appreciation-not just for her hard work on the film but also for her amazing efforts to build bridges. That’s a goal I’m passionate about as well! Thanks again to you and everyone else! Mendel H.

[@Sara88890]

@@mhpaneth Glad you are reading the comments and responding, I've always found the Hasidic style of dress very handsome though my father's side, my Jewish side; German Jews who came to Chicago in the 1870s did not keep very religious. Maybe that is part of why I find it so interesting? Building bridges is a great goal, thanks to you and Frieda there are more "bridges" than ever.

[@gabyfields3235]

@@mhpaneth Thank you, Rabbi Mendel, for your kind words! Indeed, Frida does a wonderful job of educating us about Hasidic culture, traditions and everyday life. Most of us "outsiders" do not know not much more than the "Fiddler on the Roof" or "Yentl" cliches, and many of the younger generation haven't even seen those movies. I'm just a German girl who happened to marry into a Jewish family, so I know a few things. We even had a Rabbi in my husband's family: my mother-in-law's cousin was Dr. Marvin Fox, a noted Jewish scholar, philosopher, rabbi, chaplain (WWII), and an esteemed faculty member of Brandeis University. He was orthodox, so learned a lot of traditions and customs from his family. And I myself LOVE to watch KZbin videos of Satmar, Bobov, Belz, Skver, Ger, etc. weddings and other festivities. I know all the various mitzvah tantz melodies by heart! Very uplifting, and jolly good fun!😀 I hope we see more of you in Frida's KZbin channel. In the meantime, I will check out your own channel, and subscribe, of course! And yes, I mostly understand Yiddish (being German it is not too hard), so I'll be checking out your Yiddish videos.

[@carocastellanosg]

@@mhpaneththank you so much for the absolutely wonderful and unique video, Rabbi. I truly enjoyed your kindness in sharing your lovely wardrobe with us! You lit up and are so fashionable! Thank you

[@wormwoodpearl1]

He is absolutely glowing when he's modelling his fashion forward kaftan in the fancy Greek fabric

[@macdaiddavidson8051]

This was fascinating! I taught at a Jewish Day School for the regular English classes. Afternoon there was a Jewish teacher. I was even invited to the Rabbi’s daughter’s wedding. It was the second time I attended a Jewish wedding because one of my aunts married a Jewish man. But the wedding for my aunt was so incredibly different than the Rabbi’s daughter’s wedding because that one was an Hassidic wedding. I learned a lot while I taught there but this covered things that I wouldn’t have had an opportunity to learn. Thank you so much for providing this information.

[@JW-yt7lr]

Another interesting and informative video answering all the questions i didnt know I had ! Thank you for introducing us to Mendel Hersh . What a charismatic man , I could listen to him for ages .

[@legacyhome1780]

Wow...this is an amazing video. Thank you for sharing your faith and your dress. As a Midwestern Black Woman (who now lives in the South), I always want to learn about my fellow human beings. I'm humbled and honored to have been privy to this video.

[@vicihuizinga8157]

You are a true ambassador for the Jewish faith- the variety of expression in the Jewish faith and an excellent teacher on top. You are a true light to the nations. I love your videos. They make people smarter:)

[@diannamaree7854]

I always enjoy your videos Freida! Thank you so much. You always ask good questions in your interviews and I enjoy the way you obviously enjoy what you're doing ❤

[@TheOnlyLilithcat]

That was so interesting. As someone who wears black a lot, I'm not surprised at the many shades. But the different hats/coats/fabrics/patterns, etc. - there's so much nuance to Hasidic men's clothing about which I had no idea. (And Rabbi Hersh is quite the fashionista, too!)

[@mhpaneth]

Thanks!

[@tallperson9422]

As an atheist I found this to be a great video. I applaud the rabbi for keeping tradition and sharing this information. The rabbi is great in front of the camera and I hope you have him in other videos.

[@beverlyhollenbeck3406]

Agree. I learned a great deal. You are both very informative, and he is a stitch! Would love to hear him on other subjects.

[@mariebrown9415]

This was very informative . I travel frequently from Newark to Brussels’ and there are frequently Hasidic families on my flight. I now have a better understanding of the men’s clothing I’ve seen and how it differs at different ages, and the traditions associated with each item of clothing as well as how it may differ among different parts of Europe. Well done . Please do a similar video of traditions and meaning of women’s dress and traditions. I’m a subscriber !

[@sarrrrrah]

I was brought up in a conservadox shul and I’m Sephardic. It’s so nice to learn about chasidic traditions. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@AZ-le3zy]

Your guest is so knowledgeable on everything Hasidic. It was truly a pleasure listening to him explain everything on this subject. Thank you Frieda!

[@karenballard]

Fascinating! Who knew?! Even within narrow constraints people can find a way to show their individual side! Thank you to both Frieda and her guest Rabbi Paneth.

[@Allergictocatstoo]

Please thank Rabbi Mendel for this fantastic opportunity. I’m Jewish, married to a Texan. It’s lovely to share my faith on this level. Frieda, you are so good, your interviews are fantastic! Thank you!

[@valid_sound_and_furious961]

Ah, yes, the two ethnicities: Jewish and Texan. 😂

[@inigoromon1937]

Faith? Clothing?

[@jaycaldwell654]

Too many scandals for the goyim in Texas l

[@AnnieEpstein-f7k]

Thank you so much Frieda and Rabbi for demystifying Hassidic garb for men and particularly rabbis. Not only is it both fascinating and educational to Jews and non-Jews alike on Jewish life and religion, but is surely also a powerful means of dismantling anti-Semitism which is largely borne of fear and ignorance. Please keep these video lectures coming.

[@Zelde-M]

In “Many Shades of Black” our creative guide Frieda along with Reb Mendel Hersh lead the way on a delightful, intensive, illuminating and humorous tour through the many varieties of Rebbish (Royal) Hasidic men’s apparel. We see weekday vs Shabbes & holiday clothing with vivid descriptions of materials, styles and variations. As a bonus included are informative subtitles. “Fashionist” Reb Mendel Hersh is our perfect guide. Shkoyakh to Frieda for finding such a fascinating informant!

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

❤️❤️❤️❤️ The word Fashionist is now one of my favorite words!

[@GreatPlanet-c7o]

Christ is King

[@huitrecouture]

@@GreatPlanet-c7orude

[@carolynwarfield1057]

❤

[@GooglyMowgli]

Dear Frida and Mendel, Thank you both for the beautiful and insightful presentation on Hasidic men’s clothing. As a Jewish man who was born in a Belorussian shtetl long ago and grew up in the Soviet Union, I never had the chance to delve into or explain many aspects of my own culture. Your video brought me immense joy and a deeper understanding of our traditions. I deeply appreciate the imagination and artistry of Jewish craftsman .

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thank you for this beautiful comment

[@VaviaRudd]

@@FriedaVizelBrooklyn

[@Crossword131]

Thanks to both of you for being so generous and letting us understand your culture and beauty from a closer perspective.

[@CC2GO]

I could listen to the Rabbi talk all day, about anything.

[@annettewashington7491]

He sounds so calm🎉

[@jg2072]

thank you and your guest for presenting this. As a midwestern Catholic raised person I don't see many conservative Jewish folks around me. I want to treat everyone with respect and understanding the clothing of conservative Judaism is helpful.

[@Yosef-f9v]

This is Hasidic Jews, not conservatives or reform

[@bwaybitch863]

To clarify This is about a brand of ultra orthodoxy Conservative Judaism looks more like modern American life. Still use prayer shawls, but none of the rest of the clothing described here applies.

[@shawnsavage9341]

That is the most informative thing I have ever seen or read on the subject.

[@admiralcraddock464]

I live in an area with many Hasidic Jews, and I often see them out wearing different clothing. This explains so much. Thanks for taking the time to make this video.

[@Elvertaw]

Stylish Hasidism!! Love this video!! Educational and it made me smile!! Thank you!!

[@sooperdweeb1753]

I’m a catholic but this Rabbi and his knowledge and teachings are amazing! Warm and enthusiastic personality. I just stumbled onto this video but got so interested in the information, I had to watch the whole thing! Thank you very much!

[@catsun90805]

My husband dresses like this. It's still interesting, your videos are so respectful. And yes to the shoelace - in emergencies:)

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Okay I stand totally corrected! I had never heard of that before!

[@catsun90805]

@@FriedaVizelBrooklyn My friends father use to do this all the time. My husband does this if we are on the go. I think they both look hilarious.

[@catsun90805]

It's a black shoelace 😆

[@zoharhakadosh5957]

Yerushalmim do not wear shoelaces. Only fertel shich (boat shoes)

[@truman4956]

I love his dry sense of humor and thank you for letting us into your life.

[@jonathanrio6587]

Between Miss Pearl and now this guy, you find the most charismatic Hasidim! His Yiddish dad jokes are EVERYTHING! hahaha Reminds me of my uncles!

[@Fiona2254]

I love how fashionable he is and how they manage to have more than black while still wearing black! Thank you for this video, I’m grateful to know more about Hasidic culture.

[@JasonTabile]

Aside from the selection of clothes, the rabbi has flawless skin.

[@leebarnard7843]

I am a gentile but found this video extremely interesting thank you Rabbi Mendel for explaining the clothing and its function in your religeon. Fascinating. Thank you too Frieda for making this wonderful film.

[@coraline_page9435]

I live in Bethlehem, NH, and every summer we have a large influx of Hasidics from NY visit our town, a tradition that began in the 1920's. Thanks to this informative video, I now understand the various outfits our visitors are wearing and their importance to the wearer, Thank you for this wonderful video!!

[@pravemet4427]

is there enough room for them in the inns at Bethlehem?

[@sarahle3776]

My family is Orthodox, and sort of Chasidic-adjacent. My parents enjoyed going to Bethelem a few times because they could be in an all-kosher hotel with Jewish prayer services, and the nature in Bethlehem was so pretty.

[@sarahle3776]

​@@pravemet4427Bethlehem, NH has at least one all-kosher hotel, maybe more.

[@melanie18white]

Thank you Reb Mendel! This was very interesting! I will love to show this to my Father, who is very frum but not chasidish and he will love to see this!! The frum world actually loves to watch cultural information about Chasidus, it’s very interesting part of our Jewish history and our communities. Reb Mendel is a very special person to take the time to show his beautiful chasidish garments, some have very beautiful details. . And thank you Frieda for this great interview.

[@joemoore9066]

Frieda, what a wonderful video! Thank you for always educating. I appreciate your videos so much.

[@mikrich76]

Absolutely fascinating. I feel honored to have the beliefs, history, and customs shared!

[@l.hutton4224]

From far away, all you can see is black, but when you come closer, you can see the thousands of variations, the individual creativity in tone and pattern, the hidden meanings. This video shows us this metaphor so clearly; thank you!

[@edwardsullivan8041]

He's a Great Guy with a wonderful sense of Humor... Great Interview and Video Thanks for your Work

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joemoore9066]

Thanks!

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Joe, if you are okay with it I’d like to dedicate this video in memory of your aunt Verna?

[@joemoore9066]

That would be wonderful. She watched your videos with me. Thank you for that

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

May her memory be a blessing! I feel like I knew her.

[@JoshuaMurr-j4d]

​@@FriedaVizelBrooklynhello dear

[@karlakh]

Coming from a country with very few jews and none wearing this kind of clothing, this was fantastic. Thank you - and especially the rabbi!

[@shughl1]

Fantastic video, Frieda! You really chose a good interviewee for this presentation. He was not only knowledgeable, but he explained the terms, expressions, uses, different groups of people that use the different items. This was extremely informative and so well put together. Congratulations on this and your many other successes. You're now reached 60K+! 100K here we come!

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thank you!

[@claudiasantin1391]

This was fascinating. The rabbi was lovely to provide this demonstration and explanation. Thank you for providing.

[@lisajohansson4028]

Dear Frieda, thank You, again, for inviting me to a wonderful journey of male, jewish fashion. ❤ Lisa Johansson, Gothenburg Sweden 🇸🇪

[@thequiltedcamper4230]

Great content. Wonderful interviewer and interviewee! I learned so much. It was obvious how much he enjoyed teaching us all about the many shades of black and different sects traditions!

[@mary-kittybonkers2374]

Thanks Frieda and Rabbi Mendel for this very informative video. Rabbi Mendel is clearly a man of great charisma and style😊.

[@shadrach6299]

I love the way they talk. I love the word order. We had an Orthodox friend who had lovely syntax. She told us that her baby boy was premature. She said she would wrap his legs with rolled cotton and rock him on the front porch “so that he should get some sun”. I loved hearing her speak

[@donnahibbard1774]

We will sacrifice…but we like style ❤ Thank you Rabbi for sharing with us.

[@jasonbannan4024]

Thank you for such a wonderful video. Great history and tradition, and the Rabi has great taste in fashion. I like his style. 👍

[@trishaww]

Beautiful Frieda, I have very recently found your channel and videos, and I simply cannot get enough! Your beauty and love of the Chasiddic customs and way of living shine so brightly. Every video I watch makes me want to visit and take a tour through beautiful Williamsburg. I love Reb Mendel Hersh's enthusiasm and love of his traditions! Truly, you can see pure joy on his face while he educates us all in the beauty and meaning behind all of these traditional garments. I pray you continue to prosper and share with us glimpses into such a lovely culture so different from my secular world. Thank you, Frieda, Reb Mendel Hersh, and your camera person for this very informative and interesting video!! Many Blessings! ❤

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thank you so much for such a lovely comment!

[@KatharineAtkins-my3jz]

So very informative! How wonderful this man was so willing, and joyful, to share this unique fashion niche. Thank you both! Had no idea that there is such a hierarchy of Hasidic fashion!

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thank you so much! Love your comment

[@williamrees6662]

He mentioned that monks wear the rope belt as well. That is correct. We called it a cincture and we do it up when vesting for Mass in the same way he did.

[@SandyTCF]

17:46 that is stunning! Thank you Frieda and Rabbi Paneth . I learned a few new things! Shavua Tov!

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thank you so much! Wishing you too a shavua tov!

[@blacksquirrel4008]

That was very informative. I got the feeling he has been waiting for years for an opportunity like this.

[@marljusweety]

This was so interesting! I appreciate how open and honest this man was. He gave a lot of information and kept it entertaining with humor and personal stories. I think it is a sign of a great journalist that the subjects of an interview feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Both this man and Pearl seem not threatened by your questions and are eager to explain when you need more clarifications. I love that you got to touch the hats. 😊

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thank you so very much for watching and for your very kind words

[@giovannamoro8564]

What a show ! It was such a wonderful experience ,thank you both . 45 minutes flew by so quickly .

[@katarinatibai8396]

I had to smile when he said gartel and schlampisch. German words - Gürtel, actually = a belt 🤗🤗🤗

[@AugustSchopfer]

Frieda, you are one of my favorite channels! I live in Bed Stuy close to the Satmar community and I have always felt so uninformed. Even being able to say hey, that's a shtreimel! It's from the tail of a sable for a reason! This makes me feel like I know so much more! Thank you for all you do!

[@Faigyfeig]

I grew up reading the miraculous story of the paneth family’s escape and survival during ww2. The English version of the book is called a sun and a shield. Beautiful and amazing story of how a family with many small children hid in the forests of Transylvania for months until they made it safely across the border to Romania.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Yes I heard of it!

[@raeperonneau4941]

Many thanks to both you and Rabbi Hersh Paneth for the education. What a lovely interview! I adore the fact that to outsiders everyone may look the same, but eveyone definitely has their own style and style matters. All of the jackets look so much like traditional wedding coats. (Congratulations to the Rabbi for fitting into his wedding jacket. Impressive!) Sounds to me like being a Rabbi’s child is as heavy as being a Preachers child. So much responsibility on the shoulders of a child. 🤯

[@martinelanglois3158]

Frieda, I don't know where to start! I absolutely loved this video. Your guest did such a wonderful job of explaining it all, with a smile and light humour even with the heat. Thank you so much to you both. I'll watch it again. 🖤

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Thanks so much dear Martine!

[@maureenmckenna5220]

The garb of many major religions is truly amazing. The Roman Catholic Church, the Greek Orthodox Church, and the Jewish Orthodox Hasidim all share a similar, traditional, religious view of dress. Never heard of the upper part of the body being more holy than the lower part. Amazing. I love that these traditions have been kept over centuries and have great meaning. I also wasn’t aware of the “royalty” issue in the Orthodox Jewish faith, although I am sure that is true for most religious orders. Thanks. Very interesting.

[@mariaa.9952]

Omggggg this was amazinggggggg Thank youuuuuu! I am not Jewish but I have such a fascination with your Faith, sometimes I feel like I was Jewish in a previous Life.

[@mhpaneth]

Wow! Thanks for your kind words!

[@karatkdj9]

@@mhpaneth

[@mhpaneth]

@mariaa.9952 Hey Maria! I accidentally skipped over your message, and I'm so glad one of my followers brought it to my attention! Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you find such interest in our tradition-it really means a lot. I truly appreciate you taking the time to read and respond, and I must admit that I enjoy my slice of the compliment pie too-but it's really Frida who deserves the credit! She put in over six hours of shooting and then spent countless hours editing, so she deserves a ton of thanks for her hard work. As for finding meaning in life, I believe we don’t have to dwell on what might have been in past lives, since we can’t really know. What we do know is where we are today, and it’s important to appreciate our current lives and work towards finding our inner light. That way, we can lead fulfilling and happy lives wherever we are. Wishing you a wonderful day, and keep exploring all that fascinates you!

[@mhpaneth]

@@karatkdj9 😊

[@christophm860]

This whole documentary was just incredible! I find Judaism endlessly fascinating and rich. Beautiful faith and beautiful people.

[@buzzzzzz69]

Just came across this video quite by accident & very glad i did. I'm an Australian woman who was raised strictly Roman Catholic - meaning i have never been exposed to Orthodox Judaism in any real way. I live very near a Temple but the only identifiable sign that it is even a Temple is the attendees wearing yarmulkes. Thank you so much for this window into another part of our amazing world that i may otherwise never have seen.🌻🦘

[@amyhyde70]

I love learning what the different dress and things mean! It really takes the speculation away. You are helping to put peace in the world. Thank you 💥

[@EDDIETRUJILLO-q8p]

What brought me here, was the need for knowledge. Thank you.

[@asyavolkonska]

So fancy!) ✨ These dudes always look like royalty persons to me!) And they have good manners) And women are very kind and friendly with other nations!) Big respect to Hasids people! ❤️

[@cluckie]

He was absolutely wonderful! It was so nice to hear a patient, thorough explanation of what the pieces are and their meanings. Thank you both!

[@nadineperront-vu4sk]

Your video is great and Rabbi Mendel is a delightful man. Thank you for this moment as enjoyable as it is instructive.

[@carolemckibbon4586]

Excellent video, very informative. Thank you both for the education .

[@TheCerealluvr]

One of my favorite videos ever. Such great questions Frieda. Mendel seems so sweet and knowledgeable ❤️❤️❤️

[@jmpomerleau]

What an interesting video! Thank you!

[@danellemoore1461]

I love your videos so much. I have seen Rabbi Mendel Hersh Paneth on other channels teaching about his culture. He is a great interviewee. I loved all the garments and learning more about how people live and express their culture and beliefs. You are always so kind and respectful. You are the perfect person to be a bridge between cultures. I am going to come to your tour next year. I live in DC, so I can make a day trip of it.

[@kathleencreighton1584]

Loved this video. I appreciate that you keep clarifying terms for non-orthodox viewers. ❤

[@worldoffaeriehelpers9154]

This is so great. This man dresses respectfully and elegantly.

[@tricia9559]

Rabbi thank you for taking the time to educate me about your culture and customs. Such a joy 🇬🇧

[@raymondo162]

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[@nancymcleod4376]

That was fascinating. I really appreciated the detail they got into, and the pleasant exchange and good humour of both the interviewer and interviewee.

[@Liz_678]

I love your videos ❤. They are so interesting. Thank you!

[@martisterin4149]

This might be my favorite videos of yours. I have now subscribed to Reb Mendel's channel. It seems like the men are the peacocks of Hasidism!

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

Ha ha pretty interesting and on point take!

[@namesurname8520]

Frieda strikes again with an amazing, warm, loving insight into Hassidism. Thanks to the Rabbi for his passionate and joyful description of Hassidic men's fashion, with sweet little "fun facts". I always thought I had a good eye for detail but I genuinely never saw Hassidic men's black outfits closely enough to notice all the patterns in black, let alone all the other details. (I loved the story of the brother in law turning up in white, laughed at 5 times, but he brought Kabbalistic receipts (to paraphrase the young people with their receipts saying haha) and is now respected in his white kaftan!) Love your channel so much Frieda!

[@juliemorton-yates6023]

I love how you let them tell their story. Even if you have knowledge on something you let them tell their part. ❤

[@timdodd77]

Wow! I studied Judaism in college and for 10 years afterwards, and although I ended up not converting, I cherish what I learned about this wonderful culture. Yet my exposure was mostly Sephardic, so this opens up a whole new experience and makes me miss the weekends in Temple

[@Cherylvision]

Thank you for the lovely clothing presentation, and, from the glimpse we are given, I would love to see a tour of the Rabbi's beautiful house!

[@davidmason1203]

I'm not Jewish but this programme was very interesting, Thank You!

[@Hasselblad9999]

What a wonderful education. Thank you to the Rabbi for his explanations and insight.

[@ccziv]

I laughed so hard at “why do they carry pillows around?” So sweet!

[@NerfHerder909]

Hey, learning Torah all day will really wear you out!

[@abpob6052]

Fantastic! Being open about your traditions and beliefs is the best way to relieve some of the stigma from outsiders. We all need boundaries. Some of us more than others.

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

so true

[@lynneuribeross2695]

Thank you Rabbi for explaining and showing the different dress!!!

[@Michael-s7x5e]

Might be my favorite video yet!

[@FriedaVizelBrooklyn]

might be mine too!

[@Michael-s7x5e]

@FriedaVizelBrooklyn ❤️❤️❤️❤️ what a lovely coincidence! It was quite enriching, thank you so much!!!

[@pamelaclark6694]

I am absolutely fascinated with Jewish culture. And your videos are the best!! Thank you ❤

[@zulmabontiffe487]

This was AMAZING !!! I ENJOYED THIS VERY MUCH. THANK YOU FRIDA... AND RABBI MENDEL FOR SHARING.

[@mhpaneth]

Thanks to u

[@drnono3386]

One of the most informative videos on YT. This is what knowledge sharing should be, thank you and Rabbi Mendel so much for such fascinating insight.

[@RachG]

Brilliant. I feel like I’ve learnt so much watching this. And another wonderful character. 😊