Anthology of Jewish Mysticism

by Raphael Ben Zion (Contributor)

The perfect introduction to the fascinating Jewish mystical tradition, this work offers in simple, flowing English four classics of the famed introductory Maamar Patah Eliyahu from the Tikune Zohar, the Tomer Deborah, by Rabbi Moses Cordovero of the sixteenth century; Shaar Hayihud Vehaemunah, by Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Ladi of the eighteenth century; and Nefesh Hahayim, by Rabbi Hayim of Volozhin of the nineteenth century. The book provides brief and insightful introductions to each mystic and his work, as well as annotations explaining the penetrating concepts and unique terminology of Kabbalah.

255 pages, Paperback

Published April 1, 1984