The Kabbalistic Tradition: An Anthology of Jewish Mysticism (Penguin Classics)

The Kabbalistic Tradition: An Anthology of Jewish Mysticism (Penguin Classics)

by Alan Unterman (Editor), Alan Unterman (Author)

Synopsis

'The Torah is both hidden and revealed ...there is a secret meaning to the holy Torah that is not written down explicitly or explained in it'. This selection offers a comprehensive survey of the 'Kabbalah', the body of writings in the Jewish mystical tradition. It features texts from a variety of literary forms, from the earliest biblical sources through to the early twentieth century, with a section on 'practical kabbalistic knowledge and procedure' to appeal to the modern market.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 432
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Published: 06 Nov 2008

ISBN 10: 0140437991
ISBN 13: 9780140437997
Book Overview: This selection offers a comprehensive survey of the 'Kabbalah', the body of writings in the Jewish mystical tradition.

Author Bio
Alan Unterman is a retired professor of comparative religion at Manchester University. His many books include Historical Dictionary of the Jews and The Kabbalistic Tradition.