Kabbalah & Mysticism

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Texts from the Kabbalistic tradition, the mystical current of Judaism. These works, including selections from the Zohar and later mystical writings, explore the hidden dimensions of Torah, the nature of God, and the structure of the spiritual worlds.

Ten Sefirot and Kislev

Kabbalah Tikkunei Zohar 57:4

It's not just a random date on the calendar; it's woven into a tapestry of mystical meanings, hidden in the very letters of the Hebrew language. Let's unravel some of that mystery,...

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The Great Flood and Jacob

Kabbalah Tikkunei Zohar 57:6

Jewish tradition, particularly in esoteric texts like the Tikkunei Zohar, often uses water as a metaphor for the forces that can overwhelm us, especially when we stray from our spi...

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Middle Pillar in Heaven

Kabbalah Tikkunei Zohar 57:8

Jewish mysticism, especially the Zohar, the central text of Kabbalah, grapples with this feeling. It explores the idea of completeness, and how we achieve it, not just as individua...

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Sukkot and Creation

Kabbalah Tikkunei Zohar 57:11

The passage begins with a verse from Genesis (33:18): “And Jacob arrived complete…” Now, on the surface, this seems like a straightforward statement. Jacob, after his long journey ...

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Wonders of Genesis and Shekhinah

Kabbalah Tikkunei Zohar 57:13

The Tikkunei Zohar, a central text of Kabbalah, offers a fascinating parable that speaks directly to this feeling. Imagine a king locked in a bitter dispute, a war even, with the "...

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Divine Presence and Sukkah

Kabbalah Tikkunei Zohar 57:15

It's more than just a fragrant fruit; according to the Tikkunei Zohar, it’s a symbol, a reflection of something truly profound. The sages of the Mishnah, in discussing the laws of ...

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Yesod and the Origins of the World

Kabbalah Tikkunei Zohar 57:17

More than just a festive decoration. Ever wonder what its deeper meaning might be? Well, let's dive in, because Jewish mysticism, especially the Zohar, loves to peel back the layer...

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Dawn of the World

Kabbalah Tikkunei Zohar 57:20

The ancient rabbis, the mekubalim (mystics), saw the world brimming with hidden meaning, a tapestry woven with divine code. Take, for instance, the lulav and etrog, the palm branch...

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Sacred Service and the Altar

Kabbalah Tikkunei Zohar 58:1

We're not just talking about pulling weeds. Sometimes, it's about something deeper: the very structure, the arrangement, the way we move through our lives. The Tikkunei Zohar, a my...

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