Jewish Customs of Kabbalistic Origin

Their Origin and Practice

Inbunden, Engelska, 2013

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Jewish religious practice has been transformed by the Kabbalists of Safed in the sixteenth century. They brought new meaning and importance to many Biblical and rabbinic commandments and created new rituals that have become central practices for Jews of all denominations. This volume describes the origins of these traditions and explains the mystical meaning of these specific practices and rituals. Some of these innovations include: Kabbalat Shabbat, inviting the Ushpizin to the Sukkah, Tikkun Leyl Shavuot, and visitation to the grave of Rabbi Simeon bar Yohai on Lag Be-Omer. This volume is written in a style accessible to the non-specialist in Kabbalah and the Jewishly knowledgeable general reader.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2013-07-18
Mått155 x 234 x 13 mm
Vikt405 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
SerieEmunot: Jewish Philosophy and Kabbalah
Antal sidor190
FörlagAcademic Studies Press
ISBN9781618112521

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“Dr. Faierstein’s book is long awaited. There are many books on Jewish customs, but none in English that specifically addresses customs that are kabbalistic in origin. Their impact on all aspects of Jewish religious life and culture has been profound. This important volume is the first in English to collect and explain the origins, meaning, and symbolism of these customs. It is a work of great erudition, yet presents this material in a way that is accessible for a wider audience.”