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Hasidic Mysticism and the Torah
Hasidic mysticism sees Torah study as a pathway to the Infinite. This Jewish spiritual lineage is a wonderful connector between our rich inner worlds, the writings of our ancestors, and the call to be a blessing in this world. Join author and spiritual counselor Rabbi Matthew Ponak for a deep look at the weekly parsha.
4 Types of Gematria
Hebrew letter magic, also called gematria, is a tool used by Jewish mystics to uncover hidden meanings. Kabbalists use gematria to interpret sacred writings or to understand the Hebrew language itself. Often involving mathematical permutations, Hebrew letter magic can be viewed as a form of Jewish numerology or divination.
Why Does the Torah Start with the Letter Beit (ב)?
If we are open to Torah then it will be open to us. The beit is a filter which guards the doorway to Jewish wisdom.