The Mystery of Marriage (Teachings of Kabbalah) [Hardcover]

Rabbi Yitzchak Ginsburgh (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 9657146003 | ISBN-13: 978-9657146002 | Publication Date: December 1999 | Edition: The Teaching of Kabbalah Series, First Edition

According to Jewish mysticism, the souls of a husband and wife originate in the same undifferentiated spiritual essence. These souls are bound as one, and the purpose of marriage is to enable a couple to manifest this unity in the context of everyday life.

Rabbi Yitzchak Ginsburgh shows how the natural process of mating of establishing a healthy relationship, fostering togetherness, and ultimately merging into true oneness--is a spiritual act of the highest order.

Drawing on modern psychology and Kabbalistic wisdom, with many illustrations from Biblical personalities, the author traces the steps through which today's married couple can actualize their relationship ideals in their daily life.

Includes glossary, footnotes, and index.

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From the Back Cover

The Mystery of Marriage is the product of years of extensive counseling, lecturing and writing in the field of interpersonal relationships, particularly in the area of marital harmony. As in all of Rabbi Ginsburgh's works, the perspective is based on the profound insights of Kabbalah and Chassidut.

This book analyzes the psychologies of husband and wife as they affect the most intimate facets of married life.

These and many other issues are addressed and clarified in The Mystery of Marriage:

* What is true romance?

* What are my marital rights and obligations?

* Should I aspire to ardent love or tranquil friendship?

* How can I learn to be patient?

* Can I be hospitable without sacrificing intimacy?

* How can I empathize more with my spouse?

* Can I be modest yet still attractive?

* How can I add spirituality and depth to my marriage?

* How can I communicate more effectively with my spouse?

About the Author

Rabbi Yitzchak Ginsburgh is one of the foremost expositors of Kabbalah and Chassidism in our time. He heads educational centers in Jerusalem, Hebron and other cities in Israel. He has written over 30 books in Hebrew and English. He lectures widely in Israel and around the world.

Rabbi Ginsburgh was born in Missouri, in 1944. With an MA in Mathematics, he moved to Israel in 1965. After studying in Yeshivas in New York and Jerusalem, he began teaching in 1970 and was soon well-known for his clarity in elucidating even the most abstract concepts in Jewish mysticism and relating them to contemporary issues in science, psychology, politics and the arts. Tying together a wide range of topics, his insights open a window into a higher dimension of reality and reveal the Divine unity underlying all of creation.

Rabbi Ginsburgh lives in Kfar Chabad, outside of Tel Aviv, with his family.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 517 pages
• Publisher: Gal Einai Institute; The Teaching of Kabbalah Series, First Edition edition (December 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9657146003
• ISBN-13: 978-9657146002
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,282,734 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More than a book - It's a guide to LIFE!, April 28, 2000

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Seth Sackett (New York, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Mystery of Marriage (Teachings of Kabbalah) (Hardcover)

I have read several books on marriage. Basically, all of them talk about happiness and overcoming petty squabbles. This one however is different... MUCH different. It discusses marriage from a deep and meaningful point of view. It delves into what the Torah, G-d's instructions for living, says about this concept and how each spouse can be an actual soul-mate to each other. Concepts such as Holiness, Sanctity, Marital Intimacy and even how to turn your home into a mini-Sanctuary is clearly explained. Guidelines of how to dwell, not only with your spouse, but with the Divine Presence itself is included in this fascinating work. Simply put, it's like no book you have ever read! With all concepts coming from Torah sources such as the Bible, Talmud and Kabbalah, this book teaches modern day people with timeless, holy concepts that are as applicable today as ever! Whether you are a Talmudic Scholar in Israel or just a beginner, whether you are Jewish or not, you will cherish the way Rabbi Yitzchak Ginsburgh wrote this book and you will learn about marriage, peace, love, G-d and life itself!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Mysticism of Relationship, August 7, 2002

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Mattisyahu (New York, NY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Mystery of Marriage (Teachings of Kabbalah) (Hardcover)

This book streams with insight on the spiritual path of marriage within the Jewish tradition. For example, I never dreamt of how meaningful and mystical the laws of "family purity" actually are, spiraling with each mikvah higher and higher into Redemption. I never realized that my marriage could be such a full kabbalistic meditation, just as it is. In Jewish mysticism, everyday life can be transformed into G*d-consciousness. We don't have to seek outside of our birth tradition when we have this knowledge. Many thanks to the author for collecting and creatively expressing (in English!) this transformative information.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Jewish book review, February 2, 2010

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Well.....you get a lot for your money. It's definitely a big book and a lot to read and think about !!!