Judaism category: 3160 books
by Arthur Kurzweil
Language: English
Release Date: April 20, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: April 20, 2011
Kabbalah For Dummies presents a balanced perspective of Kabbalah as an “umbrella” for a complex assemblage of mystical Jewish teachings and codification techniques. Kabbalah For Dummies also shows how Kabbalah simultaneously presents an approach to the study of text, the performance of ritual...
by Dr. Daniel C. Matt
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2002
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2002
The best-selling author of The Essential Kabbalah now offers readers the best introduction to the Zohar.The splendor and enigmatic appeal of the Zohar, the major text of the Jewish mystical tradition, has never intrigued readers of all faiths more than it does today. But how can we truly understand it?Daniel...
Entering Jewish Prayer
A Guide to Personal Devotion and the Worship Service
Language: English
Release Date: December 8, 2010
This engaging and informative book provides an introduction to the liturgy of the Siddur--the Jewish prayerbook. More than a "how-to" guide, this resource deals with basic issues for the modern worshiper, the historial compilation of the Siddur, and much more.
by Arthur Goldwag
Language: English
Release Date: December 18, 2007
Language: English
Release Date: December 18, 2007
This lively, easy-to-follow guide to Kabbalah introduces the ancient Jewish mystical tradition that has captured the interest of Hollywood stars and the general public alike.
With celebrities like Madonna, Paris Hilton, Demi Moore, and Britney Spears announcing their fascination with Kabbalah,...
The Bahir
Illumination
Language: English
Release Date: January 15, 2001
The first book in any language ever to reveal the methodology of the ancient Kabbalists, this is one of the oldest and most important of all ancient Kabbalistic texts. All references, both to manuscripts and printed material are carefully cited, and the complete Hebrew text of The Bahir is included.
Kabbalah Handbook
A Concise Encyclopedia of Terms and Concepts in Jewish Mysticism
Language: English
Release Date: October 18, 2007
A comprehensive single-volume reference guide to the terms and ideas of Kabbalah by a longtime teacher of Jewish mysticism -perfect for the serious student and newcomer alike.
People of all faiths and backgrounds are drawn to the inspiration, knowledge, and spiritual insight that Kabbalah offers....
by Arthur Green; Barry W. Holtz
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 1993
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 1993
The power of prayer for spiritual renewal and personal transformation is at the core of all religious traditions. Because Hasidic literature contains no systematic manual of contemplative prayer, the texts included in this volume have been culled from many sources. From the teachings of the Hasidic Mastersthe...
by Raphael Patai
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 1990
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 1990
The Hebrew Goddess demonstrates that the Jewish religion, far from being pure monotheism, contained from earliest times strong polytheistic elements, chief of which was the cult of the mother goddess. Lucidly written and richly illustrated, this third edition contains new chapters of the Shekhina.
The Book of Jewish Sacred Practices
CLAL's Guide to Everyday & Holiday Rituals & Blessings
Language: English
Release Date: February 24, 2012
Discover how to make virtually any moment in your day a significant part of a meaningful Jewish life.
As we have discovered, and as our sages have long known, there is no experience in the life of a Jew that cannot be marked in Jewish ways…. The book you hold in your hands is the result of...
The Real Name of God
Embracing the Full Essence of the Divine
Language: English
Release Date: May 29, 2012
Reveals the real, whole name of God and its place within each of us
• Explains how none of the God-names commonly used in the Bible is God’s real name
• Shows how the real name of God unites all religions from both West and East
• Includes spiritual techniques, prayers,...
Speaking Torah, Vol. 1
Spiritual Teachings from around the Maggid's Table
Language: English
Release Date: July 9, 2013
Powerful Hasidic teachings made accessible by some of the worlds preeminent authorities on Jewish thought and spirituality. Volume 1 covers Genesis, Exodus and Leviticus, and the history of early Hasidism and the central teachings of the Maggids school.
by Eitan Fishbane
Language: English
Release Date: October 27, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: October 27, 2011
Enter into the mystery of the Sabbath, into the wonder and light of the seventh day.We live in a world dominated by speed and distraction, with demands for our attention at every turn…. We frequently forget the restorative blessing of stillness, our desperate need for rest … a rest that brings us...
The Alef-Beit
Jewish Thought Revealed Through the Hebrew Letters
Language: English
Release Date: July 7, 1977
This intriguing volume takes readers on a fascinating journey through the Hebrew alphabet. Along the way, Rabbi Ginsburgh reveals each letter's secrets and demonstrates that they are a key to Jewish spirituality.
by Aryeh Kaplan
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 1995
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 1995
The Kabbalah is divided into three branches—the theoretical, the meditative, and the practical. While many books, both in Hebrew and English, have explored the theoretical Kabbalah, virtually nothing has been published regarding the meditative methods of these schools. This is the first book published...