Kabbalah: The Way of Light (Pocket Gold) [Hardcover]

Lawrence Kushner (Author), Jo Gershman (Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Pocket Gold | Publication Date: July 1, 1999

Kabbalah, Judaism's mystical tradition, is gaining popularity with seekers of varied backgrounds. Rabbi Lawrence Kushner, one of the most creative religious writers in America, has written a guide to Kabbalistic beliefs for those who wish in their hearts to be joined with God. Jo Gershman's inspired original art is dazzling. Title art is printed on a silver foil dust jacket.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 64 pages
• Publisher: Peter Pauper Press (July 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0880881011
• ISBN-13: 978-0880881012
• Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 3.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,840,890 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not your ordinary "little" book, December 17, 2006

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This review is from: Kabbalah: The Way of Light (Pocket Gold) (Hardcover)

Actually, when I bought this book, I didn't know it was a "little" book, and I was a "little" surprised when it arrived. So I read a few pages and then, meaning to read it between life stuff, I put it in my purse (along with everything else I own). Several days later, I went out shopping with my 21 year-old daughter on her birthday. I was rummaging through my purse looking for money when I found the book. "Wow, I forgot about this cool little book!" I decided to give it to my daughter for her birthday. I figured she'd probably lose it or leave it in the bathroom in the mall.

A few weeks later, I was surprised to get a text message from her. "i read the kabbalah book i really liked it". This from someone who does not much think about religion, much less mysticism.

I was jealous because I didn't have the book anymore. So I had to order another one. And then I got a chance to read it myself. It IS a little book, but with Kabbalah, you don't need many words to start thinking about bigger ideas. The stories and commentaries are not just interesting, they bespeak larger mysteries yet to be explored. There is an excellent bibliography suggesting where you might go next in your literary journey should your curiosity be sparked. Despite it's small size, it is a big book. And it fits so well in your purse (or pocket!)

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A Pleasing Introduction, December 4, 1999

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This review is from: Kabbalah: The Way of Light (Pocket Gold) (Hardcover)

An introduction to the Kabbalah, although kept simple, it remains as nothing mysterious. Rabbi Kushner gives some relevant examples to our time, however, I feel there is something missing in the whole of the study of the Kabbalah. Nicely presented and displayed with pictures, this short book is just an introduction that, because its so short, it misses many of its aspects.

4.0 out of 5 stars Small Book, Big Message, March 27, 2010

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This review is from: Kabbalah: The Way of Light (Pocket Gold) (Hardcover)

This little book packs a pretty big message. Rabbi Kushner provides the reader with a basic introduction to the Kabbalah, using plain language, parables and stories. You are certainly not getting the Pritzker Edition of the Zohar here. However, you will get a very rewarding, moving, profound and enlightening book full of wisdom that can be read in an hour, but not easily understood in a lifetime. A wonderful intro.