Hasidic dynasty

Munkacs (Hasidic dynasty) מונקאטש (הויף)

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Munkacs is a prominent Hasidic dynasty originating from the town of Munkacs, with large communities today in New York.

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The Founding of Munkacs Hasidism
Communities Today

The Founding of Munkacs Hasidism

Munkacs Hasidism is a Hasidic sect within Haredi Judaism, comprised mostly of Hungarian Hasidic Jews. It was founded and led by Polish-born Grand Rebbe Shlomo Spira, who served as the rabbi of the town of Strzyżów and later Munkács. Members of the congregation are mainly referred to as Munkacs Hasidim or Munkatsher Hasidim.

Communities Today

Named after the historic town where it was established, the largest communities of Munkacs today are located in New York, specifically in Borough Park and Williamsburg.

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