Kabbalah
/kəˈbɑːlə/noun
A mystical and esoteric interpretation of Jewish religious texts and teachings.
Did you know?Kabbalah's roots trace back to the 12th century, with its teachings believed to unlock profound spiritual truths about creation and the nature of existence.
Etymological Timeline
Hebrew Bible
Hebrew
קַבָּלָה (Qabbālāh)
“Receiving or accepting, often in the context of divine wisdom.”
12th Century
Hebrew
קַבָּלָה (Qabbālāh)
“The term begins to be used for the secret traditions and mystical interpretations of Jewish texts.”
16th Century
Hebrew
קַבָּלָה (Qabbālāh)
“Kabbalah gains prominence in Safed, becoming a formal study of mystical traditions.”
Modern Era
English
Kabbalah
“The term is adopted in English to describe the mystical aspects of Judaism and broader spiritual practices.”
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