The Kabbalistic Tradition: An Anthology of Jewish Mysticism

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Kabbalistic Tradition: An Anthology of Jewish Mysticism
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Alan Unterman
Edited by Alan Unterman
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:432
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129
Category/GenreJudaism - mysticism
ISBN/Barcode 9780140437997
ClassificationsDewey:296.16
Audience
General
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Imprint Penguin Classics
Publication Date 6 November 2008
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This selection offers a comprehensive survey of the 'Kabbalah', the body of writings in the Jewish mystical tradition. 'The Torah is both hidden and revealed ... there is a secret meaning to the holy Torah that is not written down explicitly or explained in it' This selection offers a comprehensive survey of the 'Kabbalah', the body of writings in the Jewish mystical tradition. It features texts from a variety of literary forms, from the earliest biblical sources through to the early twentieth century, with a section on 'practical kabbalistic knowledge and procedure' to appeal to the modern market.

Author Biography

Alan Unterman is a retired professor of comparative religion at Manchester University. His many books include Historical Dictionary of the Jews and The Kabbalistic Tradition.