Major Trends in Jewish Mysticism
Paperback – Illustrated, May 2, 1995
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group · Paperback · May 2, 1995
A collection of lectures on the features of the movement of mysticism that began in antiquity and continues in Hasidism today.
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- Who it’s for
- Scholem’s lectures trace enduring features of Jewish mysticism, from its ancient beginnings to Hasidism.
- Genres
- Kabbalah & Jewish Mysticism, Jewish History, Jewish Theology
- Published
- Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, May 2, 1995
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Start with this bookAbout this book
A collection of lectures on the features of the movement of mysticism that began in antiquity and continues in Hasidism today.
Mysticism in Motion
Scholem’s lectures trace enduring features of Jewish mysticism, from its ancient beginnings to Hasidism.
Come here for
- A thoughtful introduction to Jewish mysticism across the centuries
- Lectures that connect antiquity with Hasidism
Expect
- A lecture-based exploration of mystical traditions
- Historical and theological perspectives on a continuing movement
Where it sits
| Kabbalah & Jewish Mysticism | 100% |
|---|---|
| Jewish Theology | 45% |
| Jewish History | 39% |
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Publisher categories
- Kabbalah & Jewish Mysticism
- Authors
- Gershom Scholem
- Publisher
- Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
- Published
- May 2, 1995
- Format
- Paperback
- Reading lane
- Kabbalah & Jewish Mysticism