In 1970, a group of Jewish students at Cornell University formed the Cornell Havurah, a Jewish communal house that operated independently from traditional structures and organizations.

The discussion revolves around the academic study of Hasidism, focusing on a shift towards conservative interpretations known as neo-Haredim, challenging the more radical neo-Hasidic perspective.

Avinoam J. Stillman explores the exchange of Jewish thought, particularly within the Modern Orthodox and Religious Zionist movements, between Israel and the English-speaking diaspora, focusing on translations shaping this dialogue.

In the ultra-Orthodox enclave of Boro Park, Brooklyn, diverse Hasidic groups settled in the mid-20th century, leading to the neighborhood transforming into a hub of Hasidic life.