Keter
the crown of God in early Jewish mysticism
Arthur Green
226 pages | ~6 hrs
Judaism
Keter
the crown of God in early Jewish mysticism
By Arthur Green
Arthur Green invites readers on a profound exploration through a millennium of Jewish spiritual wisdom in this scholarly yet accessible investigation. Through careful examination of fifty sacred texts, Green traces a single powerful theme: the divine coronation, known as keter, as it weaves through centuries of Jewish mystical thought.
This journey begins in late antiquity, where Green reveals the surprising connections between mainstream Jewish writings and their mystical counterparts. Rather than viewing these traditions as separate streams, he demonstrates how ancient Jewish imagination flowed through both devotional practices and esoteric teachings, creating a rich tapestry of spiritual understanding.
The exploration then moves forward through time, following how medieval Jewish communities inherited and transformed these ancient insights. Green guides readers through diverse spiritual landscapes, from Talmudic discussions to German Hasidic teachings, showing how each tradition contributed to an evolving understanding of divine presence and human connection to the sacred.
The investigation culminates in the emergence of Kabbalah, where keter assumes its role as the first of the ten sefirot, the divine emanations that map the spiritual cosmos. Through this focused lens, readers gain insight into how Jewish mystical thought developed across centuries, revealing patterns of devotion, magic, and mystical experience that shaped spiritual seekers throughout history.
Green's approach offers modern readers a window into the depth and continuity of Jewish esoteric wisdom.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Kabbale
- ✓ Explore Rabbinical literature
- ✓ Explore Symbolen
- ✓ Explore mystical experiences
- ✓ Explore Judaïsme
- ✓ Explore Mystique
- ✓ Explore Kroningen
- ✓ Explore Judaism
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Details
- Published
- 1997
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- ISBN-10
- 0691043728
- Pages
- 226
- Language
- EN
- LC Classification
- BM496.9.C76 G74 1997
