PHIL 302 - Introduction to Jewish Mysticism

Institution:

University of Delaware

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

Introduction to Kabbalah, or Jewish mysticism. It begins with an overview of the classic mystical text, the Zohar and the medieval-era Jewish mystic Isaac Luria. Its focus is Kabbalistic literature during the 18th century. Texts will be studied in the context of the rise of the pietistic Eastern European Jewish movement known as Hasidism. Key concepts of kabbalistic thought will be covered, including tzimtzum, the sefirot, the Jewish Sabbath, God and the Celestial Spheres.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udel.edu/

Phone Number:

(302) 831-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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