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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.

About the Author :
Morris Faierstein (PhD Temple University) is an independent scholar and speaker. His previous books include All is in the Hands of Heaven: The Teachings of Rabbi Mordecai Joseph of Izbica (1989, revised edition, 2005); Jewish Mystical Autobiographies: Book of Visions and Book of Secrets (1999); Sefer ha-Hezyonot: Yomano shel R. Hayyim Vital (2005).

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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.” “Over the past 35 years, Morris Faierstein has created a body of work that is among the most varied and impressive among contemporary scholars of Jewish life. His oeuvre extends from mysticism to Yiddish poetry, from refined thought to popular registers of practice. Among students of early Yiddish, Faierstein is unique in his mastery of the religious sources. The current book on kabbalistic customs is a signal contribution to the study of popular religion, and shows how pervasive (and early) the influence of Kabbalah was on early modern Jewish life. The book is informed by a deep scholarship, yet it manages to be gloriously accessible —written in the clear and concise style that Faierstein is known for. This book should find a wide and enthusiastic audience.” "Rabbi Faierstein’s book is a fascinating collection of kabbalistic customs which are practiced today in many Jewish quarters." “Very highly recommended for academic library Judaic Studies reference collections, Jewish Customs of Kabbalistic Origin: Their Origin and Practice is so exceptionally well-written and presented that it would be completely accessible to non-specialist general readers with an interest in the Kabbalah.”


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  • ISBN-13: 9781618112521
  • Publisher: Academic Studies Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Academic Studies Press
  • Height: 234 mm
  • No of Pages: 190
  • Series Title: Emunot: Jewish Philosophy and Kabbalah
  • Width: 155 mm
  • ISBN-10: 161811252X
  • Publisher Date: 18 Jul 2013
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: 03
  • Sub Title: Their Origin and Practice


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