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It’s easy to get lost in the immensity of it all. How do we even begin to understand, let alone connect with, the Infinite? One of the big questions that comes up in Kabbalistic th...
Central to Judaism is the absolute oneness of God. It’s right there in the Shema, that foundational declaration: “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one” (Deuteronomy 6:...
It’s a question that has echoes through Jewish tradition, and one that comes up in a fascinating discussion about bowing down, prostration, and the very nature of God’s glory. The ...
And it's a desire that sometimes leads to conflict, as we see when examining certain debates within Kabbalah, the Jewish mystical tradition. In this particular instance, we're divi...
Like the big, foundational stuff – the very existence of God, for example – is rock solid, but when you get to the nitty-gritty of how it all works in our daily lives... well, that...
And while no one can say for sure, we have some tantalizing clues scattered throughout our sacred texts. The prophet Isaiah, in chapter 58, verse 14, tells us, "Then shall you enjo...
Jewish tradition grapples with this very idea – the concept of God’s hidden face, and what it means for us. Da'at Tevunot, a Kabbalistic text, explores this idea. It suggests that ...
You're not alone. Jewish tradition actually has a powerful explanation for this feeling, and even more powerful hope for the future. Our sages tell us that the state of the world i...
The text tells us that our service – the acts of devotion, the performance of mitzvot (commandments) – isn’t just about following rules. It’s about actively participating in reveal...
