The Collapse of Reality: How Inner Shifts Reshape the Outer World
One way or another many Rabbis referenced the so-called collapse of reality.
Reality is built on cause and effect, or so it seems.
We are taught that effort leads to results, action leads to reaction, and planning creates outcomes. But …
David HaMelech’s Mistake Of Counting Jews And Fiery Insights On The Power Of Desire
One of the most frightening incidences in Tanach is when Hashem tempts David HaMelech to count the Jewish people for no perceivable reason, leading to a disastrous plague.
As the verse states, “The anger of Hashem again flared against Israel …
5 Signs On How To Spot An Authentic Mekubal To Help You – A Guide On How Not To Be Scammed
This is really short guide on how not to be scammed by a charlatan pretending to be a Mekubal
I am reposting this article because I think it’s probably one of the most important I’ve written.
Throughout the centuries, people …
The Secret Of Simple Faith And The Incredible Tale Of Nachum Ish Gamzu
Everyone is acquainted with the story of Nachum Ish Gamzu, the teacher of Rabbi Akiva.
Simple faith (or Emunah, if you will) is present in all spiritual systems in one way or another. It’s a virtue praised by all, something …
The Awesome Importance of Studying the Book of the Zohar: More than Just Talmud Torah
Few works have been so important to us Jews during exile as the book of the Zohar.
It is the basis of pretty much all Kabbalah we have nowadays and is probably one of the most misunderstood works in Jewish …
Tales of Practical Kabbalah: The Awesome Story of Rabbi Yosef Della Reina
The story of Rabbi Yosef Della Reina
Rabbi Yosef Della Reina’s (1418 – 1472) account is told by a few sources, the earliest being recorded by Rabbi Avraham Ben Eliezer HaLevi. He lived in Tzfat and wanted to bring the …
Introduction to Practical Kabbalah: A Fascinating Short Guide On What It Entails
Introduction to Practical Kabbalah: Just don’t
There’s a certain allure to the word Practical Kabbalah (in Hebrew, Kabbalah Ma’assit). I personally think people often think it’s an easy way to get your wishes granted if you just say the right …
Lighting candles in Jewish Tradition: Getting closer to Tzadikim after they are gone
Lighting candles for loved ones and Tzaddikim has been a long-standing Jewish tradition, and while it’s not mentioned in the Codes of Law, it holds deep significance.
There are two main practices: lighting a candle on a yartzheit or any …
Unravelling the Mysteries of Kameot: Exploring the Supernatural World of Amulets
Amulets, also known as Kameot in Hebrew, have always held a sense of enchantment and enigma.
Their efficacy remains a mystery – what benefits do they offer, if any?
In this article, we will attempt to shed light on this …
A Few Segulot to Perform Throughout The Year – No Promises Though
I wrote in this other post that Segulot occupy a special place in people’s hearts.
Though they might be difficult to explain, they nevertheless are part and parcel of our tradition and all our Minhagim are holy.
The real ones, …