a joyful gathering where people unite in song and spirit
(Yid.): (a) an assemblage addressed by the Rebbe; (b) an informal gathering of chassidim which includes a spontaneous exchange of Torah insights and chassidic oral traditions as well as singing and refreshments, and which strives for mutual and brotherly edification
( Yiddish): Chassidic gathering for discussing Chassidus, to recount greatness of Rebbes and stories of Chassidim, and to give each other moral exhortation. In addition to its immediate purpose, a farbrengen serves to strengthen bonds among Chassidim.