“Youtube’s Most Popular Rabbi” Lecturing in Wilmette

Rabbi Manis Friedman says he and Tina Turner have the same question: “What’s love got to do with it?”

The “it,” the author, counselor, lecturer, and social philosopher says, is true intimacy in marriage.

“We’ve lost the art of intimacy and we need to get it back,” says Friedman, who will be in Wilmette on Feb 9-10 to speak at the Chabad Center for Jewish Life & Learning.

Dubbed a "superstar" by the New York Times, Friedman is the author of "Doesn't Anyone Blush Anymore" and "The Joy of Intimacy”. His trademark humor and provocative insight have earned him the title of “YouTube’s Most Popular Rabbi.”

Rabbi Dovid Flinkenstein, of the Chabad in Wilmette, expressed his excitement, "He has a remarkable ability to bridge timeless teachings with the contemporary challenges we face. This weekend promises to be a source of inspiration and connection for our community."

The series of lectures will touch upon universal themes, providing a unique opportunity for attendees to explore the essence of life and find meaning in their own journeys. In his keynote lecture, "Jewish Identity In a Post-October 7th World," Friedman will explore the shifting landscape of Jewish identity in this evolving era.

Local fan Jordan Brok shares the sentiment, "Rabbi Friedman's Youtube videos have long been a source of wisdom in my life -- they really get you thinking. His ability to make complex ideas accessible is remarkable. I can't wait to meet him and experience his insights in person."

For those seeking spiritual and intellectual nourishment, Chabad Wilmette invites you to joinall or just one of the lectures. For more information and to RSVP, visit ChabadWilmette.com/Shabbat or call 847.251.7707.