Kabbalah Works: Secrets for Purposeful Living

by David Aaron

Awaken to your purpose, your passion, and your power! The secret wisdom of the Kabbalah is a secret no more! Rabbi David Aaron, best-selling author of Endless Light, Seeing G-d, and The Secret Life of God, has helped readers and students of all faiths find meaning, purpose, and personal power from the ancient teachings of the Kabbalah. Now he draws on its timeless truths to answer the questions and issues that matter to you most in Kabbalah Works. In these intimate talks, filled with the warmth and humor beloved by his audiences around the world, Rabbi Aaron shares the divine knowledge of Jewish mystical tradition to offer practical guidance for modern times. He shows how you can achieve success in every aspect of your life, love, happiness, creativity, and more, when you unlock your natural self-knowledge and reclaim the abundance within you. And he inspires you to discover your ultimate identity, purpose, and joy as he speaks to such vital matters how beliefs make or break our lives; the joy of self-awareness; connecting to the divine; the power of service; the gift of eternal life; and more! Illuminate your tomorrows with the insights of the ancients. Make the connection to a life beyond your dreams with Kabbalah Works!

Runtime: 3 hours, 48 minutes.

Genres: Nonfiction, Religion, Audiobook, Spirituality, Philosophy

4 pages, Audio CD

First published October 3, 2005

About the author

Rabbi David Aaron is the founder and dean of the Isralight Institute, an international organization with centers in Israel and the United States. He travels throughout the world lecturing and leading retreats. Spiritual mentor to many, including several celebrities, Aaron is also the author of Endless Light. He lives in the Old City of Jerusalem with his wife and their seven children.

Reviews

[Baroness · Rating 1 out of 5]

Listened to this audiobook.
Just No. No. No.
DNF.

[Marie F · Rating 4 out of 5]

I greatly enjoyed this Rabbi (a few of his attempts at humor aside), so much so I may look into a few of his podcasts. However, there are many moments of repetition of the same ideas/stories (which might prove less tiresome if you don't listen to it all in one sitting) in this audio recording and it can begin to feel a bit rambling or long-winded at times... I would have preferred a more structured approach, but I still found I learned some interesting things and occasionally cracked a few smiles. I guess all in all I am somewhat fascinated and somewhat disappointed... but overall, I feel what knowledge he holds/what message he wants to share manages to seep out even while he is getting a bit in his own way (and that's just striking to me).

[Susan · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have read alot of other interesting books on and about Kabbalah. Thought this audio would be interesting, cliche, and it felt like Mr. Aaron liked to listen to himself speak more than anything else.

[Cece Hayes · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was enjoying the book up until around about the 1 hour and 25 minute mark (of the audio book) when David Aaron is talking about being content with ourselves, and how people get lip injections to get bigger lips which is unnecessary which I guess I can agree with to a point...but then.... he says "I mean, why would anybody want BIGGER lips? I call that the kiss of death." He elaborated more, basically reinforcing that he thinks bigger lips are ugly by insinuating that fuller lips are unattractive. I think that's rude and shallow. What if some of his supporters have bigger lips? Does he not want their support morally or financially because he thinks their bigger lips are ugly or gross? I thought he was supposed to be enlightened? It sure seems like he has more soul searching and work to do.

[Beth E · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this book full of interesting interpretations of biblical stories many of us have grown up with, especially the concept of the Kabbalah as the voice of God. I listened to this book, read by the author, and at times found it trying that often stories were quite lengthy and personal in nature. While it did eventually arrive at a point germane to the book, I did find it a bit distracting. In the end, I found the thesis of the book, that it is Man's ego, his drive to somehow feel self-sufficient without the need to believe in a God, that is the ultimate downfall of Man... the way of death and separation of the body and the soul. Very interesting and I find myself wanting to read more on this topic to better understand this premise.

[Ashley Harbison · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well, I'm not converting to Kabbalah after reading this, but I definitely found it interesting and uplifting. I loved the basic ideas surrounding the study and the principles for living life. This can be done without necessarily following a religion, though.

[Paulette Crabiel Wahler · Rating 2 out of 5]

couldn't finish - boring - kept waiting for the BIG SECRET - Rabbi narrating was interesting voice though

[Desiree Celeste · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this as an audio book. The author’s reading style combined with writing style is enthralling and exciting. Parts of this book warmed my heart, others ignited my spirit. As an ethnic Jew with no religious or community ties, I am learning about Judaism to understand if I’d like to convert and this book helped that process immensely.

[Madalynn · Rating 3 out of 5]

with an open mind, I think that this can help deepen anybody's spirituality and relationship with their divine. However, I do think this could have been shorter, maybe a bit more direct. I had expected to learn how the kabbalah works, to understand it, but this course treats you as if you already know these things. Not easy for a beginner.

[Michael · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’m not sure this book gave me a better understanding of what Kabbalah is, or how it works. I’m not even sure the author does, as I listened to the author read the audio version, and he often pronounced the word Kabbalah different ways.

It seemed like kind of a cross between Judaism and Buddhism. But I enjoyed the author’s stories, and his take on some Old Testament stories that are familiar to me. I feel that the book has some kernels of truth, and I can see how how this practice of belief could bring peace to people.

[Nessie Ruiz Tarkoff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Covers some of the main ideas which is so useful. But, as Judaism is, everything is taught through story, so there's a lot of that, but with a great explanation/recap of the concepts after each story! Concise and easy to understand.

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

All sorts of deep thinks to think.

[Desiree · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly interesting entrance / starter to the kabbala.

[Becky · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was curious about the topic. It was okay. I listened to the audio version, and I understand why people say that when you listen to a rabbi, you feel judged.

[Jackie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Excellent recording of a rabbi who doesn't always take himself too seriously. I liked the way scriptures and interpretations gave a comforting view of this life a the relation to self, others, God and to the afterlife.

[Kat McKay · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very interesting! Still trying to wrap my mind around some of the concepts he was talking about, and I wonder if this isn't a newer, non-traditional approach to Judaism.

[Colleen]

Very inserting perspective. I have always been curious about Kabbalah and this book really breaks is down and makes its very understandable. Very enjoyable read.