Likkutei Torah on Shir HaShirim: Elucidated English Translation of the Chassidic Discourses

The first-ever English edition of Likkutei Torah on Shir HaShirim by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi — the Alter Rebbe, founder of Chabad Chassidus.This volume presents all 14 discourses (maamarim) of the Alter Rebbe's mystical commentary on Shir HaShirim (Song of Songs) in a clear, elucidated English translation. For the first time, these profound Chassidic teachings are made fully accessible to the English-speaking world — no Hebrew knowledge required.Shir HaShirim, which Rabbi Akiva called "the Holy of Holies" of all Scripture, is understood in the Chassidic tradition as an allegory for the deepest bond between HaKadosh Baruch Hu and the Jewish people. The Alter Rebbe's discourses illuminate every verse with insights from Kabbalah and Chassidus — exploring the soul's yearning for Hashem, the spiritual mechanics of Torah and mitzvos, the nature of teshuvah, and the ultimate revelation of Divine unity.What's in this volume:14 maamarim spanning the full breadth of Shir HaShirim, from "Shir HaShirim Asher L'Shlomo" through "Tze'enah U'Re'enah Bnos Tziyon"Elucidated English translation — faithfully rendering the Alter Rebbe's words while weaving in explanatory context to make each passage clear, even for readers with no background in ChassidusExplanatory notes clarifying Kabbalistic terminology, Chassidic concepts, and the structure of the spiritual worlds (Seder Hishtalshelus)Topics explored include: the meaning of d'veikus (cleaving to Hashem), the two aspects of the soul as kallah (bride), the ascent through the Four Worlds, the role of Torah study and mitzvos in drawing down Divine light, the power of teshuvah to reach beyond all spiritual levels, and the ultimate purpose of Creation.Written by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi (1745–1812) — the Baal HaTanya and Shulchan Aruch HaRav — Likkutei Torah is one of the foundational texts of Chabad Chassidus, studied weekly by thousands worldwide.Published by Aryeh Press. Read more