Divine Mysteries Unveiled: Understanding God in Kabbalah
What is God according to Kabbalah? Divine Mysteries Unveiled: Understanding God in Kabbalah (youtube.com) In Kabbalah, the mystical tradition of Jewish mysticism, the concept of God is deeply complex and multifaceted. According to Kabbalistic teachings, God, often referred to as Ein Sof (אין סוף), which translates to "the Infinite," is beyond human comprehension and transcends all finite attributes. Ein Sof is considered the ultimate source and essence of all existence, encompassing everything yet remaining utterly beyond description. Kabbalah describes the process of creation as emanations or manifestations flowing from Ein Sof, forming various levels or dimensions of reality. The most well-known conceptual framework for these emanations is the Tree of Life, which depicts ten sefirot (divine attributes or qualities) through which the divine energy flows and interacts with creation. Each sefirah represents a different aspect of God's divine nature, such as wisdom, under