A trustworthy, easy-to-read guide to an integral part of Judaism

Kabbalah For Dummies, 2nd Edition is your factual and objective guide to understanding Kabbalah—a spiritual practice, also known as the “received tradition,” that's connected to Judaism. This easy-to-follow resource walks you through how to connect to and better understand the Kabbalistic way of life, through explaining what Kabbalah is and isn't and detailing the Kabbalistic approach to the Torah, the Talmud, the Mishnah, and more Jewish texts. You'll also discover how to practice common rituals, worship, and pray as a practitioner of Kabbalah with this informative resource.

• Understand the foundations of Kabbalah (including core ideas)
• Know what Kabbalistic practice and study entails
• Discover key Kabbalah resources

Perfect for practicing Kabbalists who want to brush up on the basics and for the Kabbalah-curious—Kabbalah For Dummies, 2nd Edition is a must-read resource for anyone who wants to understand the fundamentals of one of the world's great spiritual practices.

Arthur Kurzweil teaches Talmud and Kabbalah across the United States. Arthur is the author of several books, including The Torah For Dummies, On the Road with Rabbi Steinsaltz and The Persistence of Memory. He received the Distinguished Humanitarian Award from the Melton Center For Jewish Studies at The Ohio State University for his contributions to Jewish education.