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The Books of Contemplation: Medieval Jewish Mystical Sources (S U N Y Series in Judaica) (Suny Series in Judaica, Hermeneutics, ,New
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The earliest medieval Jewish mystical writings, or kabbalah, date from the late twelfth and early thirteenth centuries. This is the first book to focus on the most prodigious group active at that timethe 'Circle of Contemplation'.The 'Circle of Contemplation' generated a mystical theology that differs radically from mainstream kabbalistic theosophy. Two of this group's penetrating speculations on God and the origins of the universe are The Book of Contemplation and The Fountain of Wisdom. A meticulous and systematic study of these writings forms the core of this book.Verman discovered that the 'Circle of Contemplation' produced a series of distinct treatises, each entitled The Book of Contemplation and attributed to the same fictitious author. These treatises, embodying one of the most intriguing puzzles of medieval literature, are included here.The author concludes that these writings were a product of thirteenthcentury Spain, not France, as claimed by Gershom Scholem. His conclusion engendered a critical evaluation of the premises of Scholem's historiography of early medieval Jewish mysticism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Books of Contemplation'? A: The book primarily focuses on the mystical writings of the 'Circle of Contemplation', a group of medieval Jewish mystics active in the late twelfth and early thirteenth centuries.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Books of Contemplation' is Mark Verman.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in this book? A: The key themes include mystical theology, the nature of God, and the origins of the universe as articulated by the 'Circle of Contemplation'.
- Q: When was 'The Books of Contemplation' published? A: The book was published on February 4, 1992.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 294 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the condition of the book is listed as new.
- Q: What is the significance of the treatises included in the book? A: The treatises are significant as they represent a unique aspect of medieval literature, attributed to a fictitious author, and provide insights into the mystical traditions of the time.
- Q: What distinguishes the 'Circle of Contemplation' from mainstream kabbalistic theosophy? A: The 'Circle of Contemplation' offers a radically different mystical theology compared to mainstream kabbalistic theosophy, focusing on distinct philosophical speculations.
- Q: Where does the author suggest the writings originated? A: Mark Verman concludes that these writings originated in thirteenth-century Spain, challenging previous claims that they came from France.