Includes All 53 chapters of the Tanya in one book! An astoundingly clear adaptation of Tanya, one of the most influential works of Jewish spiritual thought ever written, penned by Chasidic Rebbe, Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Liadi (1745-1812). This new translation and commentary, by best-selling author Chaim Miller, renders the text relevant for the contemporary reader with elegant simplicity. The Practical Tanya will guide you on the path of spiritual consciousness to a state of inner freedom and liberation.
“An astonishing accomplishment... and suitable for anyone... even thosewho do not read in Hebrew and are not familiar with esoteric texts.”
—Rabbi Moshe Wolfson, Mashgiach Ruchani Yeshivas Torah Ve-Da’as.
“It is wonderful that this sacred text has now been clarified in a way thatanyone can benefit from it.”
—Rabbi Gavriel Zinner, author Nitei Gavriel, Rav of Congregation Nitei Gavriel.
“An important contribution... makes the flow of the Tanya very clear for all who study.
—Rabbi Yehuda Leib Schapiro, Yeshiva Gedola Rabbinical College of Greater Miami.
“With a masterful command of the English language, Rabbi Miller has managed to open up the Tanya to the wider public, as Rabbi Steinsaltz did with his Tanya commentary, without changing the original content. That’s not an easy task!”
—Rabbi Nochum Kaplan, Director, Merkos Office of Education.
“A lucid and scholarly translation... will undoubtedly assist multitudes.”
—Rabbi Moshe Bogomilsky, halachic authority, author of Vedibarta Bam series.
“Brings the warmth, genius, and inspiration of the Tanya to life. Rabbi Miller’s translation combines commentary, elucidation, and guidance. This work will certainly help inspire souls.”
—Rabbi Zev Reichman, Director, Mechina Program, Yeshiva University.
“The Tanya is one of the great treasures of the Jewish mystical tradition.
"Now Rabbi Chaim Miller has made it accessible to everyone, translating its spiritual insights into a contemporary idiom and applying its wisdom to everyday life.... This book will awaken, inspire, and challenge you.”
—Daniel Matt, translator of The Zohar: Pritzker Edition.
“Quite simply the best version in the English language. Its lucid voice, informed by meticulous scholarship... illuminates the mind, warms the soul and attunes the heart to the highest dimensions.”
—Rabbi Dov Greenberg, Chabad of Stanford University.
“A wonderful work which makes the Tanya accessible and understandable to a whole new generation of spiritual explorers. Like all of Rabbi Miller’s wonderful books, this sefer is beautifully written.”
—Rabbi Mark Wildes, Director, Manhattan Jewish Experience.
