About the book
This book presents important topics regarding the more mystical trend of Kabbalah—the ecstatic Kabbalah. It includes the mystical union, the world of imagination, and concentration as a spiritual technique. The emphasis in the text is on the interaction between the \"original\" Spanish stage of Kabbalah and Muslim mysticism in the East, mainly in the Galilee. The influence of the Kabbalistic-Sufic synthesis on the later developments of Jewish mysticism is traced, thereby providing a more precise understanding of the history of Kabbalah as an interplay between the theosophical and ecstatic mystical experiences.
Editions of Studies in Ecstatic Kabbalah
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780887066047
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780887066054
- PDF
- ISBN 9781438407463
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This book presents important topics regarding the more mystical trend of Kabbalah—the ecstatic Kabbalah. It includes the mystical union, the world of imagination, and concentration as a spiritual technique. The emphasis in the text is on the interaction between the \"original\" Spanish stage of Kabbalah and Muslim mysticism in the East, mainly in the Galilee. The influence of the Kabbalistic-Sufic synthesis on the later developments of Jewish mysticism is traced, thereby providing a more precise understanding of the history of Kabbalah as an interplay between the theosophical and ecstatic mystical experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Studies in Ecstatic Kabbalah about?
This book presents important topics regarding the more mystical trend of Kabbalah—the ecstatic Kabbalah. It includes the mystical union, the world of imagination, and concentration as a spiritual technique. The emphasis in the text is on the interaction between the \"original\" Spanish stage of Kabbalah and Muslim mysticism in the East, mainly in the Galilee. The influence of the Kabbalistic-Sufic synthesis on the later developments of Jewish mysticism is traced, thereby providing a more precise understanding of the history of Kabbalah as an interplay between the theosophical and ecstatic mystical experiences.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Studies in Ecstatic Kabbalah?
History and Archaeology > History > History: specific events and topics > Social and cultural history
Where can I read a sample of Studies in Ecstatic Kabbalah?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780887066047
How long is Studies in Ecstatic Kabbalah and how many pages does it have?
Studies in Ecstatic Kabbalah has 192 page(s)
Is Studies in Ecstatic Kabbalah part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series SUNY series in Judaica: Hermeneutics, Mysticism, and Religion
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Studies in Ecstatic Kabbalah?
Moshe Idel
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Studies in Ecstatic Kabbalah is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780887066047) and paperback(ISBN 9780887066054) and pdf(ISBN 9781438407463)
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