Me, Myself and God: A Theology of Mindfulness

by Rabbi Jeff Roth

Heal from the sense of separation that pervades human consciousness and awaken to the true oneness of all things. Long description: Many of our human existential struggles stem from the sense of disconnection, alienation and loneliness that comes from a fragmented view of reality. The typical concept of “self” creates a profound sense of isolation from other beings, leaving us feeling lost and hopeless. But the practice of mindfulness, combined with the teachings of Torah, offer a direct path to liberate ourselves from alienation, awaken to the truth of the present moment and create a new relationship with God. Drawing on the insight and audacity of Jewish mystics, and rooted in a rich understanding of Torah, Rabbi Jeff Roth helps readers overcome this sense of separation and reconnect with a more harmonious flow of life. He equips spiritual seekers of all faiths―or none―with powerful techniques rooted in Jewish mystical practices: using the raw material of sacred texts as building blocks for the construction of new worlds, and experiencing the present through mindfulness meditation and loving attention to each moment. By letting go of our old notions of reality, we can recognize the undivided nature of the world and enter into a transformative divine awareness.

200 pages, Paperback

Published August 2, 2016

Reviews

[Judy Zingher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Insights into mystical approach to God and self and world around us. Very helpful.

[Susan Richards · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a fascinating contemporary update of traditional Jewish mysticism, drawing on Rabbi Roth's broad familiarity with many spiritual traditions that is experientially based. Here is an example: "Buber would say that the "I-Thou" experience arises in a moment of grace and cannot be manufactured.... But we can foster the conditions in which these moments of grace are more likely to become manifest. In particular, the practice of Loving Attention to the unfolding of each moment will allow us to deeply see the truth of interconnection as the fundamental reality of life." He includes many invaluable specific ways to practice Loving Attention, and elaborates what it really is and really means. Mindfulness, or "heartfulness", will never be the same for me.

[Steven Green · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding tour through Jewish mystical practice.