21st Century Bogatyr

A bogatyr is a folk or epic hero in Russian culture known for his wits, courage, physical and spiritual power and integrity - character traits that we can certainly use today.

Friday, April 17, 2026

A Clock for Safed

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The horses moved southward on the road at a slow trot, maintaining a very casual pace. They were happy to be out on a wide smooth road and...

Saturday, April 11, 2026

The Street Urchin of Liozna

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“Reb Yisrael,” Alexei called out from the front of the wagon. “Where would you like me to take you?” The Baal Shem Tov answered young Alexe...

Sunday, April 5, 2026

From Moskve to Liozna

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When Alexei brought the wagon to the front of the inn, the Baal Shem Tov climbed into the front seat beside him. Mruczek sat in the Baal Sh...

Friday, March 27, 2026

Herring for Breakfast in Moskve

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When the wagon took flight, my Great, Great (multiplied by a large number) Grandmother Mruczek climbed into the Baal Shem Tov’s lap. He st...

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Alexei's Doubts & The First Great Leap of Faith

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Alexei had been instructed to proceed due east on the rutted road leaving his village. He held the reins and urged the horses forward in t...

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Alexei and Mruczek Learn to Read

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What plans that the mysterious traveling Yid might have for him were surely beyond Alexei’s imagination. As soon as the Baal Shem Tov was b...

Saturday, March 21, 2026

Alexei's Inheritance, Mruczek the Cat and the Mysterious Traveler

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Alexei was a young man when my Great, Great (multiplied by a large number) Grandmother Mruczek came to live with him. She was fairly young ...

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21st Century Bogatyr: I have been active in peace, justice and environmental issues.

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