Understanding the Mysteries of Kabbalah: Exploring the Ancient Esoteric Heart of Jewish Mysticism

Klappentext This lavishly illustrated book covers the fascinating Kabbalah tradition, from its beginnings to its modern incarnation as a mystical path followed by many celebrities. It explains how the Tree of Life and Jacob's Ladder are at the heart of Kabbalistic teaching, bridging the gap between humans and the divine. Beautifully illustrated with over 200 images, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in the intriguing ancient wisdom. Zusammenfassung Kabbalah is an ancient mystical! or esoteric! tradition deeply rooted at the heart of Judaism! Islam! and Christianity. It has been a source of wonder! mystery! and controversy for more than 2000 years. This illustrated book covers this tradition! from its beginnings to its modern incarnation as a mystical path followed by many celebrities.

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Maggy Whitehouse specializes in bible metaphysics, studied New Testament Greek at Birmingham University, and leads workshops in comparative religion, and bible interpretation. Maggy was the producer of 360, the holistic health and spirituality website of BBCi (its interactive television service). She has authored seven books on aspects of Judaism, Christianity, and faith, including a beginner's guide to Kabbalah. She is now editor of the Tree of Life holistic magazine.

Zusammenfassung
Kabbalah is an ancient mystical, or esoteric, tradition deeply rooted at the heart of Judaism, Islam, and Christianity. It has been a source of wonder, mystery, and controversy for more than 2000 years. This illustrated book covers this tradition, from its beginnings to its modern incarnation as a mystical path followed by many celebrities.