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Kabbalah is the most widely used term for Jewish mysticism. Used narrowly, it refers to the stream of mysticism that developed around the Zohar and even more narrowly, to the understanding of this that developed from Isaac Luria in 16th century Safed.
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What is a yeshiva?
A yeshiva is an academy for the study of Jewish texts. The Talmud with commentaries is the main syllabus. A Yeshiva Gedolah is for boys aged 16 and up, and a Yeshiva Ketana is for ages 13-16.
What does the narrator in the book Night want to study?
The narrator in the book Night, Elie Wiesel, wanted to study the Jewish mystical tradition known as Kabbalah. He sought out guidance from a Jewish scholar in his hometown of Sighet to deepen his understanding of this ancient spiritual practice.
What is the Jewish view on the discrepancy between the Islamic creation story and the Christian one?
We don't study the texts of other religions.
Did the book of exodus observe Jewish holy texts?
The book of Exodus IS one of the Jewish holy texts. It does not "observe" holy texts.
What is a Jewish school of mystical thought?
Kabbalah (קבלה)
What were the five prerequisites to studying Kabbalah before the late twentieth century?
A person had to be Jewish, pious, learned in Torah, and study the Kabbalah under a teacher, not just read its texts on his own. Some also say that one has to be over 40, but other sources do not require this.The modern practice of making Jewish mystical teachings available to literally anyone, is an unfortunate, cavalier approach in which it is impossible to properly appreciate its teachings.
Ancient Jewish mystical tradition based on the old testatment?
KABBALAH
The writings of the Jewish mystical tradition are called?
Kabbalistic writings are contained in the Zohar.
What is the name of the Jewish mystical sect?
The most well known Jewish mystical sect is known as Kabbalah. The sect started some time in the twelfth century, and translates into 'received tradition.' Kabbalists believe they are charged with revealing the mystical elements within the Torah. The main book of Kabbalah is known as the Zohar.
What is the study of the organization of sentences into texts?
discourse analysis
What do the various sacred jewish texts contribute to judisam?
The Torah is an example of the sacred Jewish text that contributes to Judaism.
How did Wiesel realize his wish was to study the cabala?
Elie Wiesel realized his wish to study the Kabbalah after meeting a teacher who inspired him and introduced him to the teachings and mystical aspects of this Jewish tradition. Wiesel found solace, meaning, and a deeper connection to his faith through studying the Kabbalah, which influenced his worldview and writings.
