Early Kabalistic Literature

By Arthur Edward Waite

Book Overview

""Early Kabalistic Literature"" is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite, a renowned scholar of esotericism and occultism. The book is a comprehensive study of the early texts and traditions of Kabbalah, a mystical branch of Judaism that originated in the Middle Ages. The book begins with an introduction to the history and origins of Kabbalah, including its relationship to Jewish mysticism and the development of its key concepts such as the sefirot and the Tree of Life. It then explores the major texts of early Kabbalah, including the Sefer Yetzirah, the Bahir, and the Zohar, providing detailed analysis of their themes, symbolism, and philosophical underpinnings.Waite also discusses the influence of Kabbalah on other mystical traditions, including Christian mysticism, Hermeticism, and Rosicrucianism. He examines the role of Kabbalah in the development of Western occultism and its impact on modern esotericism.Overall, ""Early Kabalistic Literature"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of Kabbalah, as well as the broader tradition of Western esotericism.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Doctrine and Literature of the Kabalah, by Arthur Edward Waite. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564592790.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 141919030X
• ISBN13: 9781419190308
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"