In the Shadow of the Ladder: Introductions to Kabbalah

by Yehudah Lev Ashlag, Mark Cohen, Yedidah Cohen

This authentic translation into English of two Kabbalah texts written in Hebrew asks deeply personal questions about the essence of an individual and the existence of a soul. Discussing the experience of an individual and the role of humans in creation, it offers an understanding of the places of evil, suffering, compassion, and joy in the full experience of divine love. The Kabbalah is presented here not as an esoteric study limited to the divinely inspired, but as a universal pathway of the spirit. Coming from the West rather than the East, this book fills a long-awaited gap as it teaches an essential spirituality within the conceptual framework of the Judeo-Christian tradition.

Genres: Judaism, Nonfiction

272 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2003

Reviews

[Yedidah Cohen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I should say upfront that I'm one of the translators of this work! So of course I'm biased. It's a work which goes into depth of who we really are. Its a book, not of philosophy, (although you might read it like that) but a book to take personally. To discuss with, argue with, confront, learn from , fight with and to love.
There are many layers in this book, and I wouldn't call it an easy read. But IT"S WORTH IT!

[Vânia Rodrigues · Rating 5 out of 5]

An amazing introduction to kabbalah. Explains very well the levels of the soul, our spirtitual growth and our role in the divine creation.