| Description |
1 online resource (ix, 231 pages) : illustrations |
| Series |
IJS studies in Judaica ; v. 10 |
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IJS studies in Judaica ; v. 10.
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| Contents |
Preface; Note on Translation of Sources and Transliteration; Introduction; Chapter One The Doctrine of the 'Good Points' and Its Kabbalistic Sources; Chapter Two Music as a Spiritual Process; Chapter Three The Dual Personality of the Tzadiq: Moses and Joseph; Chapter Four New Time, New Song; Glossary; The Ten Sefirot; Bibliography; Index |
| Summary |
This book is an in-depth study of the function of music in religious experience according to Rabbi Na?man of Bratzlav. It provides new insights on his unique doctrine of the Good Points, which represent the core of loving kindness and holiness in the human soul, and the musical context in which they become both a means and a metaphor for spiritual transformation. Drawing on midrashic and kabbalistic sources, the book explores Na?mans perception of different types of tzadiqim (religious leaders), including himself, and the special role music plays in their leadership. It highlights the importan |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 201-214) and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Naḥman, of Bratslav, 1772-1811 -- Views on music
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Naḥman, of Bratslav, 1772-1811 -- Teachings
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| SUBJECT |
Naḥman, of Bratslav, 1772-1811 fast |
| Subject |
Music -- Religious aspects -- Judaism.
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Spiritual life -- Judaism.
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RELIGION -- Judaism -- General.
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Music
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Music -- Religious aspects -- Judaism
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Spiritual life -- Judaism
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Teachings
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9789004189607 |
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9004189602 |
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1283039176 |
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9781283039178 |
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