The Rebbe, the Messiah, and the Scandal of Orthodox Indifference

David Berger's "The Rebbe, the Messiah, and the Scandal of Orthodox Indifference" delves into the complex issue of Chabad Lubavitch's messianic beliefs.

The book explores the internal debates within the Chabad community regarding the status of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Menachem Mendel Schneerson, as the Messiah.

Berger examines the theological and political implications of these beliefs, highlighting the controversies and challenges they pose to traditional Orthodox Judaism.

The book also analyzes the reactions and responses from other Orthodox groups to Chabad's messianic claims, revealing the tensions and divisions within the broader Orthodox world.

Berger's work provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of a significant and often controversial aspect of contemporary Orthodox Judaism.