Sava ṿe-Yanuḳa
Book Description
In the mystical landscape of Zoharic literature, two enigmatic figures emerge repeatedly to guide and challenge the great sages: the Sava, a wise elder, and the Yanuka, a miraculous child prodigy. These archetypal characters appear throughout the sacred texts, revealing profound truths to Rabbi Shimon Bar Yohai and his circle of disciples through their mysterious encounters and teachings.
Jonatan Benarroch presents a groundbreaking exploration of these compelling mythical personas, arguing that they represent far more than literary devices or symbolic teachers. Through careful analysis, he reveals how the Sava and Yanuka embody divine archetypes, specifically manifesting as representations of God and his Son within Jewish mystical tradition. This interpretation unveils layers of meaning that have remained hidden for centuries.
The study illuminates the intricate relationship between these two figures, demonstrating how their interactions reflect deeper theological and messianic themes woven throughout Zoharic storytelling. Benarroch's work uncovers the messianic consciousness that permeates these narratives while exposing their complex and often polemical connections to Christian thought and imagery.
For readers seeking to understand the evolution of Jewish mystical literature and its dialogue with broader religious traditions, this comprehensive examination offers fresh insights into how ancient wisdom traditions developed their most profound mythological expressions. The book contributes significantly to our understanding of how Jewish mysticism engaged with and responded to surrounding religious cultures.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~15 hours)
📄 Length: 528 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Grandparent and child
- ✓ Explore Judaism
- ✓ Explore Relations
- ✓ Explore Cabala
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Grandparents in rabbinical literature
- ✓ Strengthen your faith journey
- ✓ Explore Criticism, interpretation
