Sefer Yetzira: The Book of Creation: In Theory and Practice - Softcover

Aryeh Kaplan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0877288550 ISBN 13: 9780877288558

Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser, 1997

Synopsis

Now in its 7th printing since republication in 1997, the Sefer Yetzirah has established itself as a primary source for all serious students of Kabbalah. Rabbi Kaplan's translation of this oldest and most mysterious of all Kabbalistic texts provides a unique perspective on the meditative and magical aspects of Kabbalah. He expounds on the dynamics of the spiritual domain, the worlds of Sefirot, souls and angels. This translation is based on Gra version of the Sefer Yetzirah and includes the author's extraordinary commentary on all its mystical aspects including kabbalistic astrology, Ezekiel's vision and the 231 gates. Also included are three alternative versions to make this volume the most complete work on the Sefer Yetzirah available in English.

About this title

About the Author:

Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan was a multifaceted, uniquely creative and talented author. In the course of his career, Rabbi Kaplan became known for such books as Jewish Meditation: A Practical Guide and The Light Beyond: Adventures in Hasidic Thought.

Synopsis:

The "Sefer Yetzirah" explores the point of infinity, kabbalistic astrology, Ezekiel's vision and the mystery of the 231 gates. The short, long and Saadia versions are included, and there is a digest on the major commentaries.

About this edition

• Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0877288550
• ISBN 13: 9780877288558
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 424