Secret Doctrine in Israel a Study of the Zohar and its Connections

The Secret Doctrine in Israel: A Study of the Zohar and its Connections is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite. This book is a comprehensive study of the Zohar, a mystical text of Jewish tradition, and its connections to other mystical traditions. The author explores the history, symbolism, and interpretation of the Zohar and its impact on Jewish mysticism. He also delves into the connections between the Zohar and other mystical traditions, including Gnosticism, Hermeticism, and Christian mysticism. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Zohar and its role in the development of mystical thought, making it an essential read for anyone interested in Jewish mysticism and the history of mysticism in general.Contents: Early Students of Kabalism; Hidden Church of Israel; Majesty of God in Kabalism; Doctrine of Cosmology; Myth of the Earthly Paradise; Serpent, Son of the Morning, and Fall of the Angels; Fall of Man; Legend of the Deluge; Covenant with Abraham; Of Moses, the Master of the Law; Temples in Jerusalem; Coming of Messiah; Soul in Kabalism Doctrine Concerning Sheol; Concerning Resurrection; Mystery of Shekinah; Mystery of Sex; Occult Sciences; Developments of Later Kabalism; Alleged Christian Elements; Conclusion on Jewish Theosophy.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.