Sepher Yezirah

Sepher Yezirah: A Book On Creation Or The Jewish Metaphysics Of Remote Antiquity is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Jewish text, the Sepher Yezirah. Written by Isidor Kalisch, this book delves into the metaphysical concepts and theories presented in the Sepher Yezirah, which is believed to have been written during the early medieval period.The Sepher Yezirah is a mystical and esoteric text that explores the creation of the world and the nature of existence. It is composed of short, cryptic passages that are open to interpretation and have been the subject of much scholarly debate. In this book, Kalisch provides a detailed analysis of the text, examining its historical context, its language and structure, and its philosophical and theological implications.Kalisch draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient Jewish texts, medieval commentaries, and modern scholarship, to provide a comprehensive and accessible guide to the Sepher Yezirah. He explores the text's ideas about the nature of God, the creation of the universe, the origins of language and writing, and the role of humanity in the cosmic order.This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in Jewish mysticism, ancient philosophy, or the history of ideas. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual world of remote antiquity and the enduring legacy of Jewish thought.Text Is In English And Hebrew.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.