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This prohibition has come from Ashkenazic (East European) Jews and has never applied to Sepharidic (Middle Eastern) Jews. The historical basis for the "rule" comes from opponents of Kabbalah within Judaism who successfully attempted to restrict its study. At the root of this was the heresy of false messiah Shabbatai Tzevi (17th. C) which resulted in large numbers of Jews leaving the orthodox fold. This heresy had deep Kabbalistic underpinnings, and in the attempt to stamp out Shabbateanism, Kabbalah itself became suspect, and specific prohibitions against the study of Kabbalah were enacted.
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∙ 12y agoFirst, one has to understand that Madonna Kabbalah has nothing to do with real Kabbalah. Real Kabbalah is basically the astrophysics of Jewish Torah study. Just like having a comprehensive background in maths and physics is a requirement to study astrophysics, study of Kabbalah requires a comprehensive background in Torah study. On this basis, the tradition developed that a man has to be at least 40 years old and married before he has anywhere close to the Torah knowledge needed to tackle Kabbalah.
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What do people who practice kabbalah traditionally wear?
Kabbalah is the advanced study of Tanach (Jewish Bible), as such, there is no specific uniform that Jews wear.
Can Kabbalah be worn by non Jews?
Kabbalah is a mystical doctrine, or school of thought, and as such cannot be "worn" by anyone, be they Jewish or otherwise.
Are non-Jews allowed to study Kabbalah?
Allowed by whom ? Judaism certainly has nothing to say about what an individual's interests are and what he chooses to study, most especially a non-Jewish individual. If there's any prohibition floating around, it's much more likely to be the authorities of the non-Jewish faith who prohibit their adherents from studying Judaic sources, perhaps out of fear that they might come to understand too much of what it's all about. That being said, it would be impossible for a non-Jew to find a teacher both qualified and willing to teach him/her real Kabbalah.
How does Judaism affect people today?
Kabbalah for the most part has been well-integrated into mainstream Jewish teaching and liturgy. It is only really known and discussed as a separate entity among small communities of Orthodox Jews. As for Madonna-esque Kabbalah, that has no connection to Judaism at all and any Jew who knows anything about his tradition or about Madonna just rolls his eyes upon mentions of "Kabbalah bracelets" and "Kabbalah schools for kids".
Is Kabbalah Jewish Mysticism?
Although Kabbalah does contain aspects of mysticism, that is far from what Kabbalah is. Real Kabbalah (as opposed to the new-age cult that many famous people belong to) is the advanced study of the Tanach (Jewish Bible). You can think of it as the astro-physics of Jewish religious study.
How popular is Kabbalah?
Probably too popular. According to Jewish tradition, one needs to be thoroughly learned in such subjects as Talmud and halakha before attempting kabbalah, which is deeeper and more easily misunderstood. There are an embarrassing number of "armchair kabbalists" who aren't sufficiently religious, sincere or prepared; and they more likely than not will have a superficial understanding of what they read in kabbalah, at best. The popularity of Kabbalah is further demonstrated by the presence of over 40 cities with "Kabbalah Centers" and the fact that 70% of "Kabbalah Students" are non-Jews, even though real Kabbalah is a distinctly Jewish religious philosophy.
What is difference between yoga and kabbalah?
Kabbalah is the Jewish mysticism which is reserved only for pious and learned Jews who live lives of Torah-observance and who have learned the Tanach and Talmud first. Yoga is a fitness routine which aims to benefit and relax the body and mind.
Who favored the forced emigration of Jews from Europe?
Until August 1941 that was the preferred policy of the Nazi leadership, or of most of it. Until then Jews were allowed to leave Germany if they could find somewhere outside the German sphere to go to.
What are a few basic principles of Kabbalah?
Authentic Kabbalah does not deal in belief. That is how it differs from religion. Instead, Kabbalah is a method that aims to reveal the Creator to the creatures. However, if you would like a basic concept the main idea is unity. If you have ever heard of the collective soul, Kabbalah asserts that once all the pieces of the collective soul are reunited, the Creator will be revealed. Answer 2 Kabbalah isn't a belief system or a way of life. Real Kabbalah is an advanced field of study within Judaism. The focus of Kabbalah is to gain a greater understanding of the Tanach (Jewish Bible). Think of it as the astrophysics of Judaism.
Are Jews allowed to date?
Of course Jews date.
Why weren't the Jews allowed to marry?
Jews were always allowed to marry, but not always able to practice their faith.
What are orthodox Jews allowed to do?
They're allowed to have sex.
