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"They choose to remain indifferent to the turbulent events which surround them, living life through the textures and rituals of their mystical and deeply traditional lifestyle" ... Left: Amongst Hassidim, a 'Tisch' refers to a gathering of Hassidim at their Rabbi's table from where he addresses his congregants. Right: The hair of a Hassidic boy is likened to the fruit of a newly planted sapling. Just as the fruit of a sapling must not be plucked for the first three years, the hair of Hassidic boys is also left untouched until their third birthday. All photographs by Joshua Haruni. All Rights Reserved © foto8 2003 |
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