Kabbalah A Very Short Introduction
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Kabbalah
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Author : Joseph Dan
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2007-08-30
Kabbalah written by Joseph Dan and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-08-30 with Religion categories.
An account of Kabbalah and its impact outside of Judaism offers a concise and highly accurate look at the history and character of the various systems developed by the adherents of the Kabbalah.
Monasticism A Very Short Introduction
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Author : Stephen J. Davis
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2018-01-12
Monasticism A Very Short Introduction written by Stephen J. Davis and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-01-12 with Religion categories.
Monasticism is a social and religious phenomenon which originated in antiquity and which still remains relevant in the twenty-first century. But what, exactly, is it, and how is it distinguished from other kinds of religious and non-religious practice? In this Very Short Introduction Stephen J. Davis discusses the history of monasticism, from our earliest evidence for it, and the different types which have developed from antiquity to the present day. He considers where monasteries are located, from East Asia to North America, and everywhere in between, and how their settings impact the everyday life and worldview of the monks and nuns who dwell there. Exploring how monastic communities are organized, he also looks at how aspects of life like food, sleep, sex, work, and prayer are regimented. Finally, Davis discusses what the stories about saints communicate about monastic identity and ethics, and considers what place there is for monasticism in the modern world. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Miracles A Very Short Introduction
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Author : Yujin Nagasawa
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2017-11-16
Miracles A Very Short Introduction written by Yujin Nagasawa and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-11-16 with Religion categories.
Jesus turned water into wine, Mohammad split the moon into two, and Buddha walked and spoke immediately upon birth. According to recent statistics, even in the present age of advanced science and technology, most people believe in miracles. In fact, newspapers and television regularly report alleged miracles, such as recoveries from incurable diseases, extremely unlikely coincidences, and religious signs and messages on unexpected objects. In this book the award-winning author and philosopher Yujin Nagasawa addresses some of our most fundamental questions concerning miracles. What exactly is a miracle? What types of miracles are believed in the world's great religions? What do recent scientific findings tell us about miracles? Can we rationally believe that miracles have really taken place? Can there be acts that are more religiously significant than miracles? Drawing on a vast variety of fascinating examples from across the major religions, Nagasawa discusses the lively debate on miracles that ranges from reported miracles in ancient scriptures in the East and West to cutting-edge scientific research on belief formation. Throughout, he drives us to ask ourselves if and how we can still believe in in miracles in the twenty-first century. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
An Introduction To The Kabbalah
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Author : Mosheh ?alamish
language : en
Publisher: SUNY Press
Release Date : 1999-01-01
An Introduction To The Kabbalah written by Mosheh ?alamish and has been published by SUNY Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999-01-01 with Religion categories.
Provides an introduction to the world of the Kabbalah, focusing on both the Kabbalist as a person and the major teachings of the Kabbalah.
Magic A Very Short Introduction
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Author : Owen Davies
language : en
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Release Date : 2012-01-26
Magic A Very Short Introduction written by Owen Davies and has been published by OUP Oxford this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-01-26 with Religion categories.
Defining 'magic' is a maddening task. Over the last century numerous philosophers, anthropologists, historians, and theologians have attempted to pin down its essential meaning, sometimes analysing it in such complex and abstruse depth that it all but loses its sense altogether. For this reason, many people often shy away from providing a detailed definition, assuming it is generally understood as the human control of supernatural forces. 'Magic' continues to pervade the popular imagination and idiom. People feel comfortable with its contemporary multiple meanings, unaware of the controversy, conflict, and debate its definition has caused over two and a half millennia. In common usage today 'magic' is uttered in reference to the supernatural, superstition, illusion, trickery, religious miracles, fantasies, and as a simple superlative. The literary confection known as 'magical realism' has considerable appeal and many modern scientists have ironically incorporated the word into their vocabulary, with their 'magic acid', 'magic bullets' and 'magic angles'. Since the so-called European Enlightenment magic has often been seen as a marker of primitivism, of a benighted earlier stage of human development. Yet across the modern globalized world hundreds of millions continue to resort to magic - and also to fear it. Magic provides explanations and remedies for those living in extreme poverty and without access to alternatives. In the industrial West, with its state welfare systems, religious fundamentalists decry the continued moral threat posed by magic. Under the guise of neo-Paganism, its practice has become a religion in itself. Magic continues to be a truly global issue. This Very Short Introduction does not attempt to provide a concluding definition of magic: it is beyond simple definition. Instead it explores the many ways in which magic, as an idea and a practice, has been understood and employed over the millennia. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Kabbalah
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Author : Tamar Frankiel, PhD
language : en
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Release Date : 2011-07-11
Kabbalah written by Tamar Frankiel, PhD and has been published by Turner Publishing Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-07-11 with Religion categories.
An insightful exploration of Jewish mysticism—written especially for Christians. Kabbalah is well known as the foundation of the Jewish mystical tradition, but few are aware that Kabbalah’s spiritual applications extend beyond Jewish life. In this accessible, intelligent guide, Tamar Frankiel, PhD, a leading teacher of Jewish mysticism, demystifies the intricate world of Kabbalah. You will find that the teachings of Kabbalah are not only for Jewish scholars—anyone can incorporate this enduring wisdom into everyday life if they have an open mind and a willing heart. Unlike the faddish books that discuss Kabbalah as simply a “magical system,” this book discusses the evolution of Kabbalah from its origins in Judaism and gives Christian readers the vocabulary and tools to begin to understand this long-standing mystical tradition. It also explores the similarities and differences between Jewish and Christian mysticism, placing both in a larger and more comprehensive framework. Explore the kabbalistic Tree of Life to discover how God is expressed in the world around us. Examine your life and discover how it can be understood as part of an unfolding spiritual path. Travel through your personal and collective histories to find a more personal perspective on the principles of Kabbalah. ... and more
Kabbalah
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Author : Tamar Frankiel
language : en
Publisher: Jewish Lights Publishing
Release Date : 2006
Kabbalah written by Tamar Frankiel and has been published by Jewish Lights Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Religion categories.
An accessible, intelligent guide. Does not present Kabbalah as simply a "magical system," but discusses the evolution of Kabbalah from its origins in Judaism and helps Christian readers begin to understand this long-standing mystical tradition.
Kabbalah For Beginners
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Author : Michele Gilbert
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2015-08-09
Kabbalah For Beginners written by Michele Gilbert and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-09 with categories.
Would you like to get a better understanding of what Kabbalah Is ? Do you want to improve your life in ways that you have been dreaming of? Do you want peace, happiness, and perhaps miracles to come into your life? Read "Kabbalah For Beginners An Introduction To The Wisdom Of Kabbalah" For a simple to understand, and everyday explanation of this timeless practice. In "Kabbalah For Beginners" you will discover: The Brief Overview - What Is The Kabbalah? - A simple to understand, everyday explanation of this timeless secret The History Of Kabbalah - The History Of The Kabbalah - Where, what, why and how Aspects of Kabbalah like.. . - Keter - harness the power of your super-conscious mind - Binah - understand the true state of joy - Chochmah - discover the art of selflessness - Da'at - improve your concentration and memory - Chesed - explore your emotions - Gevurah - trust how to give correctly - Tiferet - awaken your heart and mercy and many more... Kabbalah For Beginners can help you develop your spiritual skills and gain a better understanding of the world around you. Just Scroll to the top and select the BUY button and receive your copy today of "Kabbalah For Beginners An Introduction To The Wisdom Of The Kabbalah"
Between Kant And Kabbalah
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Author : Alan L. Mittleman
language : en
Publisher: SUNY Press
Release Date : 1990-07-05
Between Kant And Kabbalah written by Alan L. Mittleman and has been published by SUNY Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990-07-05 with Social Science categories.
Detective Dave and his crime-solving mother return to take on the religious establishment out West, as Mom traces the connection between a small-time preacher's murder, some shady real estate promoters, the High Episcopal Church, and assorted fanatics
Kabbalah
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Author : Byron L. Sherwin
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2006
Kabbalah written by Byron L. Sherwin and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Religion categories.
Kabbalah: An Introduction to Jewish Mysticism is a clear, accessible 'primer' and introduction to the major teachings of the Jewish mystics, to various dominant forms of Jewish mystical experiences, as well as to many of the significant texts that constitute classical Jewish mystical literature, and to their authors. Rather than provide an historical approach, this introduction to Jewish mysticism delineates five 'models' of Jewish mystical theology and experience: Normal Mysticism, Mystical Intimacy, Addressing God's Needs, Drawing Down Divine Grace, and Prophetic Kabbalah. Sherwin not only presents primary texts in translation, but also offers an explanation of each selection and provides a bibliography for further study.