Kabbalah: meaning, definitions and examples

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Kabbalah

 

[ kษ™หˆbษ‘หlษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

Jewish mysticism

Kabbalah is a form of Jewish mysticism that seeks to understand the nature of God and the universe. It involves various esoteric teachings and interpretations of the Torah, emphasizing the mystical aspects of creation and existence. Kabbalah has gained popularity in modern spirituality, influencing various philosophical and religious movements.

Synonyms

esotericism, mysticism, occultism

Examples of usage

  • She studied Kabbalah to deepen her understanding of spirituality.
  • Kabbalah teaches that the universe is a reflection of divine attributes.
  • Many celebrities have expressed interest in Kabbalah and its teachings.

Translations

Translations of the word "Kabbalah" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น Cabala

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฌเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kabbala

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Kabala

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะšะฐะฑะฐะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Kabaล‚a

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒใƒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Kabbale

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Cรกbala

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Kabbala

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์นด๋ฐœ๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ูƒุงุจุงู„ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Kabbala

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Kabbala

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅกๅทดๆ‹‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Kabbala

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Kabbala

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะšะฐะฑะฑะฐะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ‘แƒแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Kabbala

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Cรกbala

Etymology

The term 'Kabbalah' comes from the Hebrew word 'Qabbalah', which means 'receiving' or 'tradition'. It refers to a mystical interpretation of the Jewish scriptures, with its origins tracing back to the 12th century in Provence, France. However, its roots can be found in earlier Jewish texts and traditions, which explored mystical ideas about God, creation, and the purpose of life. The Kabbalistic tradition has evolved over the centuries, integrating philosophical, alchemical, and even astrological concepts, reflecting the broader cultural contexts in which it developed. One of the most significant texts in Kabbalah is the 'Zohar', a mystical commentary on the Torah written in the late 13th century by the Spanish-Jewish mystic Moses de Leon. Kabbalah experienced a revival in the late 20th century, attracting interest from both Jews and non-Jews alike, as it offers a layered understanding of spiritual concepts that appeal to a wide audience.