The Kabbalah: its doctrines, development, and literature

Name: The Kabbalah: its doctrines, development, and literature
Author: Christian D. Ginsburg

By Christian D. Ginsburg

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The work traces a Jewish theosophical tradition from mythical origins through its transmission by patriarchs and sages, describes its claim to an oral, esoteric reception, and outlines its principal doctrines and literature. It examines accounts of heavenly revelation, legendary custodianship culminating in the compilation of the Zohar, and interprets how secret hermeneutics and symbolic concepts developed. Chapters discuss doctrinal aims - explaining divine nature, creation, and the hidden meanings of Scripture - its modes of transmission, major texts, and historical diffusion and influence on both Jewish thought and later European intellectuals, alongside analysis of its terminology and interpretive methods.

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Christian D. Ginsburg

Christian D. Ginsburg was a notable scholar and theologian known for his extensive work on Jewish history and mysticism. His significant contributions include "The Essenes: Their History and Doctrines," which explores the beliefs and practices of this ancient Jewish sect, and "The Kabbalah: Its Doctrines, Development, and Literature," a comprehensive study of Jewish mystical thought. Ginsburg's writings reflect a deep engagement with religious texts and traditions, making him an important figure in the study of Jewish literature and philosophy.