The Holy Kabbalah

By A E Waite and Arthur Edward Waite

Book Overview

Explore the Definitive Masterwork on Western Esotericism and Jewish Mysticism

First published in 1929, The Holy Kabbalah is widely considered the magnum opus of Arthur Edward Waite, the renowned occult scholar and co-creator of the legendary Rider-Waite Tarot deck. In this massive and meticulously researched volume, Waite offers one of the most comprehensive and academically rigorous explorations of Jewish mysticism ever written for a Western audience.

Waite systematically unpacks the dense, esoteric philosophy of the Kabbalah, analyzing foundational ancient texts like the Zohar and the Sefer Yetzirah (The Book of Formation). He delves into the complex architecture of the Tree of Life, the divine emanations of the Sephiroth, and the hidden mystical interpretations of the Old Testament. Crucially, Waite also bridges the gap between orthodox Jewish mysticism and Christian esoteric philosophy, making this a foundational text for modern Hermetic and occult traditions.

Inside this monumental work of esoteric scholarship, readers will explore:

The Roots of Mysticism: A detailed historical and philosophical breakdown of the Zohar and ancient Kabbalistic literature.The Tree of Life: An exploration of the Sephiroth, the divine names, and the metaphysical structure of the universe.The Secret Tradition: How the Kabbalah profoundly influenced Western occultism, alchemy, and the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn.

An absolute necessity for students of the occult, theology, and esoteric history, The Holy Kabbalah remains an unmatched achievement in the study of divine mystery.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 163923098X
• ISBN13: 9781639230983
• Release Date: July 2019
• Publisher: Lushena Books
• Length: 656 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"