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We’re here, things are (relatively) ordered, but how did the divine plan actually unfold? Kabbalah, Jewish mysticism, gives us a fascinating, intricate answer. And a big part of th...
It’s a question that’s occupied Kabbalists for centuries! Today, let's delve into a fascinating concept from the Sulam Commentary, specifically point 48, where we explore the idea ...
Kabbalah, Jewish mysticism, offers a mind-bending map. And like any good map, it has layers upon layers of detail. We’re going to explore one tiny but crucial corner of that map, f...
One key to understanding this process lies in the inverse relationship between lights (Orot) and vessels (Kelim). Think of it like this: imagine a stained-glass window. The light s...
The Heikhalot Rabbati, a mystical text focused on heavenly ascent and visions, gives us a glimpse – a mind-bending glimpse, at that – into the sheer awe and reverence that permeate...
What would you do? The ancient mystics grappled with this too, and their answers often led them to the deepest secrets of the cosmos. Today, we’re diving into one of those secrets ...
It’s not your average velvet-rope situation. This one involves angels, mystical ascents, and some serious spiritual prerequisites. We're diving into the world of the Merkabah, the ...
That’s the feeling I get when I think about the Merkabah. The Merkabah, meaning "chariot" in Hebrew, isn’t just any chariot. It's the divine chariot Ezekiel saw in his famous visio...
It’s a fascinating question, especially when we delve into the world of Jewish thought. Take Maimonides, or the Rambam as he’s more commonly known (an acronym for Rabbi Moses ben M...