HH Rabbi Nachman's birth already set the stage for the modern era, e.g. a mere few years after he was born in 1772, America declared independence. Many of his teachings speak more directly to the man of our present time and society than to the shtetel (small town) Jews who were his followers. E.g. Rabbi Nachman revealed that everyone has an aspect of monarchy even if it is only over his family, or on a subliminal paradigm, this teaching was readily understood by his followers, but it was somewhat theoretical being that they were so destitute they could barely have seen real manifestation of this principle. Today, even the less well off, can clearly see how they wield various privileges and amenities that would have been special even for a monarch of those times. With the changing times, also came changing attitudes, social climate, and personal truths, convictions, ideas, and prerogatives. Rabbi Nachman had to prepare the world for this transition, and he did so by revealing the highest and deepest teachings which are the root of everything that plays out in the world. Anyone that looks at a lesson from Rabbi Nachman will see reflections of what is going on that very moment in his own life. Yet, even still, Rabbi Nachman saw that his followers were not adjusting properly and sufficiently. He saw their struggles and how they grappled with forces far superior than them. Even his awesome teachings were not providing his followers with the necessary perspective and life knowledge that they needed so desperately in order to transcend the narrow confines of ideology that were trapping them and leaving them helpless to the wanton desires of the helpless. As a final last resort Rabbi Nachman found the solution, he would reveal timeless stories, stories that would recreate the perception of the workings of the world, the listener would be reborn into new consciousness and awareness, and would be impassioned to forever seek renewal and true vitality. These stories are called Stories of Ancient Years, corresponding to the Divine Countenance of Attik Yoamin (see book of Daniel), the countenance of the Ancient of Years, which subliminally transcends all of the ordinary chain of events manifested in the Divine Providence, a bridge to cognizance of what is utterly beyond. On the one hand, these legendary tales are completely unfathomable in their scope and import, they are allusions to the most deep and esoteric Divine secrets, and yet on the other hand, they are filled with practical morals and life lessons which any reader can easily glean and gain. To this day no one has merited to completely understand the root and intrinsic meaning of the stories in their rightful context, yet multitudes of people have gained phenomenal new insights through these stories, the stories literally open up gates to greater perspicacity and cognizance. The stories have captured the attention and fascination of even the most secular scholars, they have been translated into different languages, and they are studied in universities throughout the world. Rabbi Nachman said that even the minutest detail of the stories is extremely critical, and unfortunately most of the translations are fraught with the literary license an author has to set down his own perspective, which in this case is undoubtedly very damaging. This translation was done painstakingly to capture as best as possible the exact translation and nuance, even following the order of the original verbiage, and often favoring the original Yiddish in which Rabbi Nachman delivered the stories. In more recent times, one of Rabbi Nachman's followers, Rabbi Yisroel Dov Odesser, underwent a phenomenal course of events which themselves proved to be the mechanism of transition and development of Breslov, and are understood to be a clear aspect of Stories of Ancient Times, and thus some of his stories are fittingly included in this volume as well as are many other stories from Na Nach Nachma Nachman MeUman.

HH This is a book of the memoirs of Rabbi Yisroel Dov Odesser o.b.m, known affectionately as Saba Yisroel, who passed away not so long ago, almost hundred years old. In his lifetime the world went through a tremendous metamorphosis, famine and war plagued the world from the outside, and from the inside reigned all types of servitude and social injustice. Even any personal recounting of these huge upheavals would be fascinating, but Saba Yisroel takes things to an altogether different paradigm, sharing with the reader his passionate heart which didn't take the affairs lying down, but confronted his fate head on, with unfathomable courage. Saba recounts what he suffered and endured, and what he merited to learn in his very blood, life lessons which are impossible to impart except by keenly experiencing them first hand or by very strong connected association - to really empathize, feel, and relate to those that ran the gamut - and this is what Saba affords the reader - a chance to really connect with him, and with this the reader is empowered and emboldened to rise up and surmount the challenges of life, the constraints that wish to shackle him and keep him GF unaccomplished in small minded consciousness at best - or utterly devastate and pull him down to the lowest behavior and being. Saba Yisroel gives renewed hope to persevere, to hold out, to build the desire and the working to eventually really pull through and make it to the top. Saba Yisroel's went through the most trying pressures and challenges, just to stay loyal to the truth he had found and was searching for, always praying, trying, seeking with all his might to get every closer, to the eternal tachlis - ultimate purpose. These transcripts were said over to people who were no strangers to the issues at hand, they were Breslover Chasidim who understood a little the colossal obstacles and impediments that most people don't even consider surmountable, and thus Saba was able to go a little more in depth, a shade more of nuance and expression, to give them to understand what it is a person must undergo and how much tenacity and resolution is needed to master oneself and the life he is given. Along the way Saba Yisroel shares the most remarkable memories of events and holy special people of those times of yore. Saba Yisroel merited to completely abnegate himself to the holy tzaddik Rabbi Nachman of Breslov, and the entire tradition of Breslov was passed down to him, and he is the vital key transmitter of the traditions of Breslov to our generation and all future generation. Saba received the legacy in the direct link of primary disciples, generation after generation directly from Rabbi Nachman, and in addition he collected everything that was possible to be gleaned from other disciples, hearing it from them first hand in the most personal manner. Saba was not just a repository of information, but the living epitome of the values and aspirations of a true follower of Rabbi Nachman. Today, if one really desires to know what it means to be a true adherent to the holy ways, remedies, and directives of Rabbi Nachman one must turn to Saba Yisroel, to see what it's all about, and to get the correct understanding, direction, and guidance, and to get the urgent encouragement which is essential and critical especially for one who has entered and has taken up the task of living the truth, happiness, and holiness of Na Nach Nachma Nachman MeUman! In addition this book includes the entire booklet of: Rabbi Nachman of Breslov; Who He Was and What He Said, which gives over close to 100 important teachings of Rabbi Nachman to get a better picture of what Breslov is about. It also contains the most user friendly and accurate transliteration of the Tikun Haklali - the general/comprehensive rectification which Rabbi Nachman revealed and is known and established to do its part. Na Nach Nachma Nachman MeUman!

HH The Praises of Rabbi Nachman is a translation of the original Hebrew work: Shivchay HuRan, an all time Breslov classic and foundation of the Breslov tradition. This book has two parts. The first part primarily deals with Rabbi Nachman's early years, recounting his struggles, and his devotions, his piety, abstinence, holiness, challenges, and tests. It shows the reader how Rabbi Nachman began his service to Hashem which brought him to the highest levels possible. The second part of the book is a fascinating account of Rabbi Nachman's voyage to the Land of Israel, there and back, his great self sacrifice to surmount all the obstacles, and amazing adventures he had on the trip, more fantastic than any fiction. To help the reader, the book provides maps and a timeline of the major events of Rabbi Nachman's life, as well as a diagram of his family tree. This book also includes the booklet: Rabbi Nachman of Breslov: Who He Was and What He Said, to give the reader a brief synopsis of some of the things Rabbi Nachman is famous for. This booklet in turn contains the famous Tikun Haklali transliterated in a simple fashion easy to use. Enormous effort was expended to render the very most accurate translation of the material, even at the expense of style and grammar, because every nuance about Rabbi Nachman is critical. Also this book has extensive notes providing the reader with sources, background knowledge, and points to delve into and to study and ponder more in depth.Rabbi Nachman said there would in fact be such a book published about him, and I thank HY for giving me the merit to publish this book in English! Na Nach Nachma Nachman MeUman. HH after the first publication of this book, a second printing of a few thousand copies for free distribution was conducted in Israel. This had a more critical notes, and now this is the third edition with approximately 4 more pages of critical notes. Na Nach Nachma Nachman MayUman.

This book is primarily a translation of Likutay Aitzoas - A Collection of Advice/remedies pertaining hisbodidus - seclusion, and alone time with the Almighty (Likutay Aitzoas is a concise summary of the lengthy teachings of Rabbi Nachman, to facilitate actualizing and fulfilling them. Rabbi Nachman himself told Rabbi Nussun to compose it), and a translation of the prayers in Likutay Tefilos - A Collection of Prayers (authored by Rabbi Nussun of Breslov, prayers to merit to fulfill and realize all the various aspects and concepts revealed by Rabbi Nachman) pertaining hisbodidus. There is an introduction which highlights the importance and fundamental value of hisbodidus, and some other extras, like a translation of what the Ramchal - Rabbi Moshe Chaim Luzzatto obm wrote about hisbodidus.Also included in this volume is the book: Rabbi Nachman of Breslov - Who He Was and What He Said, which also includes a transliteration of the Tikun Haklali.The topic of hisbodidus is addressed at much fuller length in Outpouring of the Soul, the Likutay Aitzoas - Collection of Advice-remedies presented in this book is much more concise, this has advantages, and also only this book has the prayers and other extras. This is the second edition which includes an extra chapter: Hisbodidus Versus Meditation.Na Nach Nachma Nachman MayUman

HH this book is not for everyone, it is only for someone who really wants to go all the way, to absolutely know and abnegate himself to his Creator. Such a person will find great help and hope with this short treatise. The book contains: Prayers addressing each of the main limbs and body parts, addressing their particular attributes and functions, often kabalisticy, and primarily based on the holy teachings revealed by Rabbi Nachman of Breslov - Na Nach Nachma Nachman MeUman. The book also contains A Short List of Holy Tzaddikim spanning the entire creation, so that one can easily merit to mention their names daily. The book also contains a few Prayers Before Prayers which are summaries of entire Torahs of Likutay Moharan. The book also has the english translation of the transcript of the Story of Rabbi Yisroel Dov Odessers becoming a Breslov hassid, and the story of the Miracle of the Petek, as he himself told it over. Finally this book includes the entire book: Rabbi Nachman of Breslov; Who He Was and What He Said (which includes the transliteration of the Tikun Haklalee). Na Nach Nachma Nachman MeUman!

"When the summer begins to approach, go out to meditate in the meadows. When every bush of the field begins to return to life and grow, they all yearn to be included in your prayer." Rebbe Nachman emphasized the greatness of spontaneous, improvised prayer uttered in one's own language and springing from the heart -- hitbodedut. This handbook of his teachings on prayer includes Rabbi Kaplan's scholarly introduction setting hitbodedut in its context in the history of Jewish prayer and meditation.

HH: Rabbi Nachman of Breslov lived over 200 years ago. His great grandfather, the Baal Shem Tov had already brought radical reform and revitalization to the world and Judaism, but Rabbi Nachman did not suffice with this spiritual inheritance, rather he sought out anew the very core fundamental essence and source of existence with the Holy Merciful One G-d. Countless times, every single day, he would start completely new, throwing his complete devotion in seeking true life and bonding with the Creator. Although he was blessed with extraordinary brilliance and genius, he shunned sophistication and even put erudition second to prayer. He championed simple devotions, he prized heartfelt prayer and conversation with G-d more than everything. Rabbi Nachman confronted all the vices which influence people, and he conquered and prevailed. He rose above all the trappings and pettiness of human nature, and continued to rise in supernal spiritual attainments of goodness and G-dliness. From his lofty perspective Rabbi Nachman looks into the deepest abyss, and gives firm directions to self redemption. Back in his times the world still had a great deal of denial of human weakness, and open honest admittance to one's failings were almost not existent, just on a very private and somewhat theoretical paradigm. Rabbi Nachman's simple true approach of dedication to addressing one's character and standing in regular sessions of hisbodidus (seclusion) with G-d was a sharp and brutal attack on the sophisticated yet superficial systems which ruled society. Those who strongly needed to find the truth, would find Rabbi Nachman. Slowly his chasidus (sect) of Breslov grew, with individuals who had the strength to stand up for their values even in the face of condemnation by society at large. Ultimately the holy ways of Rabbi Nachman began to inoculate even the views of the world at large, and today we are witness to how the world at large has embraced many of the approaches which had previously been somewhat exclusive to Breslov. Hopefully this little booklet will help that initiative along, there's still quite a way to go B”H. In this little booklet I present many succinct teachings which are basics of Breslov; short, sweet, and to the point. Great care was given to accurately translate the teachings, and their exact sources are provided. In addition there is a short synopsis of who Rabbi Nachman was and what he was about. The booklet also explains the progression of Breslov into the present day, specifically with the revelation of the New Song in a letter signed by Na Nach Nachma Nachman MeUman. This booklet also has a transliteration of the Teekoon Haklalli – the comprehensive “General” rectification – which are the ten Psalms that Rabbi Nachman prescribed, and a short prayer which has become conventional. In short, this booklet is like a first aid kit, providing some basic directives to help a person gain his/her footing and gather his wit, so that he can get his life in order and set in the right direction. Everyone should be extremely familiar with all the teachings presented, and one should pray profusely and copiously over every teaching to merit to realize and achieve them.