This precious book is the recording of the teachings by the Arizal concerning his overall system. It gives the key to the Partzufim and establishes the link between ancient and modern Kabbalah. The book is unique and illustrates with over 140 drawings the entire Lurianic system
Ktavim Chadashim contains many unpublished works by Chaim Vital, the foremost disciple of the Ari (Isaac Luria). Here, for the first time, we publish two main sections in English, which are the commentary on Brit Menucha (Covenant of Rest), and the secret fourth part of Shaarei Kedusha (Gates of Holiness). The commentary on Brit Menucha deals with Kabbalah Ma'asit (Practical Kabbalah). It is much more than a simple commentary, because it contains names of angels that are not found in the original Brit Menucha, along with precise instructions concerning their usage. The fourth part of Shaarei Kedusha deals with the practical ways to force the Ruach Ha-Kodesh (Hooy Spirit) to descend upon us, thus allowing us to reach prophecy and the world to come. Vital even explains the 72 Names of God, with their angels
The Arizal (Isaac Luria) formulated Kabbalah into a comprehensive system of Eight Gates in Kitvei Ari, the Writings of the Ari. This is the seventh Gate, the only one teaching how to put everything into practice. It contains meditations, kabbalistic customs, and Yichudim
Chayim Vital wrote a number of treatises about alchemy, medical science, magic, and superstitious matters. His master, Isaac Luria, tried to hinder him from this passion of his. As a result, all the original alchemical manuscripts written by Vital remained widely secreted
In times of need, the authorities of Israel consulted an Oracle (Goral) to learn the will of Ha-Shem (God) and to receive answers to their questions. Conceived by Ahitophel, special adviser of King David, the Goralot elicit the intercession of 117 Angels in order to receive an answer directly from God concerning matters which we take at heart. The version that we introduce is with the comments of Chaim Vital
Etz Chayim is the main work containing the interpretation of Isaac Luria's (the Ari) teachings collected by his foremost disciple, Chayim Vital. The latter dedicated good part of his life to the rearrangement and diffusion of his master's thought. The writing describes the Tree of Life in a very technical way and has significantly contributed to the birth of modern Kabbalah, in which the 10 Sefirot are replaced by the concept of the 5 Partzufim (configurations, faces)
Chayim Vital wrote a number of treatises about alchemy, medical science, magic, and superstitious matters. His master, Isaac Luria, tried to hinder him from this passion of his. As a result, all the original alchemical manuscripts written by Vital remained widely secreted
Expansions of Knowledge by Chaim Vital is the companion book of Explanation of Knowledge (Derush Ha-Daat), which contains the recording of the teachings by the Arizal concerning his overall system. Expansions of Knowledge further details the Lurianic system and includes over 30 additional unique drawings. The uniqueness of this book relies in the explanations about writing the Name of YHWH and Holy Names in general. The Shofer (scribe) as well as the practicing kabbalist must know the deep significance behind the mere act of writing, for they need to channel the proper "light" to make the word alive. Holy Names do not work if they are not animated by the proper Intentions and Prayers. Indeed, they can cause harm, if used improperly
According to Kabbalah, matter does not exist by itself. As soon the letters of the Holy Alphabet are pronounced by the mouth of God, they materialize and become the actual object representing that word. Among the many versions, this edition with Lurianic notes is the most complete nowadays
This book of prophetic Kabbalah teaches how to create the "external" and "internal" environment for successfully receiving the "Spirit of Propechy." It presents a clear, precise and revolutionary method for the one who feels the call but has gotten lost along the way and failed to reach the state of enlightenment
How did empirical research become the cornerstone of modern science? Scholars have traditionally associated empirical research with the search for knowledge, but have failed to provide adequate solutions to this basic historical problem. This book offers a different approach that focuses on human understanding - rather than knowledge - and its cultural expression in the creation and social transaction of causal explanations. Ancient Greek philosophers professed that genuine understanding of a particular subject was gained only when its nature, or essence, was defined. This ancient mode of explanation furnished the core teachings of late medieval natural philosophers, and was reaffirmed by early modern philosophers such as Bacon and Descartes. Yet during the second half of the 17th century, radical transformation gave rise to innovative research practices that were designed to explain how empirical properties of the physical world were correlated. The study unfolded in this book centres on the works of Robert Boyle, John Locke, and Isaac Newton - the most notable exponents of the 'experimental philosophy' in the late 17th century - to explore how this transformation led to the emergence of a recognizably modern culture of empirical research. Relating empirical with explanatory practices, this book offers a novel solution to one of the major problems in the history of western science and philosophy. It thereby provides a new perspective on the Scientific Revolution and the origins of modern empiricism. At the same time, this book demonstrates how historical and sociological tools can be combined to study science as an evolving institution of human understanding.
Jewish life has become tainted by man-made religions, mysticism and pop-kabballah. Based on the Sages' writings and 10 years in the making, Rabbi Moshe Ben-Chaim debunks these false notions, presenting an intelligent analysis of Torah to reveal beautiful insights. Judaism is the only religion based on proof and reason, not blind faith and superstitions. Intelligence is the only key that unlocks God's wisdom. Readers will quickly distinguish authentic Judaism from popular notions, preferring Torah's brilliance over simplistic belief.
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