jewish mysticism

Why Kabbalah Is Considered Dangerous

The potential for misuse and mental trauma led to restrictions on who could study Jewish mysticism.

Sefer Yetzirah: The Book of Creation

This ancient mystical text introduced many concepts that would be more fully developed by the tradition of Kabbalah.

From Jewish Mysticism to Magic

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Jewish Mystical Ideas and Concerns

Can we distinguish a mystical idea from a philosophical one--and mystical practice from magic?

Sufism

Sufi ideas found their way into Jewish mystical literature through Bahya Ibn Pakudah and the Kabbalist Isaac of Acre.

Maharal of Prague

An original Jewish thinker, influential far beyond the golem he created.