The Mystical Kabbalah

By: Rabbi David A. Cooper

Narrated by: Rabbi David A. Cooper

Length: 6 hrs and 52 mins

Publisher's Summary

Kabbalah, it is said, was brought down from heaven by angels. The great mystics of Judaism originally passed its teachings by word of mouth only, believing that the secrets of the kabbalah transcended the written word. In this great oral tradition, The Mystical Kabbalah will immerse you in this authentic school of sacred wisdom for reaching peace through union with God. It is a way for you to experience directly this path of inner knowing, with Rabbi David A. Cooper, a master of the meditations associated with its practice.

On this complete audio study course, Rabbi Cooper synthesizes this uniquely-preserved wisdom with original kabbalistic teachings on the sephirot - the mystical structures that underpin all of reality - the Ohr Ein Sof - the original light of creation - and midrash - the teaching stories.

Complete with meditations developed by Rabbi Cooper during six years of work and research in the Old City of Jerusalem, The Mystical Kabbalah is the perfect introduction to this time-honored system for spiritual growth and self-discovery.

©1994 Rabbi David A. Cooper (P)1994 Rabbi David A. Cooper

Understandable and Intuitive

I have read many books on Kabbalah which wound up as a door stop in my study because of the failure of the author to deliver a smooth transition to explain the abstract principals of Kabbalah. Finally an audio book that breathes understanding into these abstract principles! Rabbi David A. Cooper brings an intuitive narrative style that promotes full understanding of the abstract material contained in Kabbalah with very easy to understand tales and examples that explain these Kabbalistic principals. For a better understanding on the discussions of the Ten Sefirot peek into the book at a book store. The meditations narrated by the author were very calming and visual which were helpful in attaining a better understanding of the different levels of consciousness.

31 of 33 people found this review helpful

A disappointment

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

I purchased this book with high expectations; however, those expectations really were not met. What I expected was a teaching of the Kabbalah, however, what I received in this books was a rehash of information that I had already learned though many other sources. If the reader (listener) of this book had no knowledge of Jewish mysticism, they might find it interesting; however, without such knowledge, I fear the reader (listener) would become bored, and most likely wouldn't finish this book.

The narrator did a good job, it was presented in a very basic and simplistic way that is steeped in long stories to illustrate the most basic concepts that most people already know.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Mystical Kabbalah?

I didn't find one

Would you listen to another book narrated by Rabbi David A. Cooper?

Most likely not. Rabbi Cooper may be a wonderful teacher and speaker in person; however, his style of talking and teaching really doesn't come though well on a audible book.

Could you see The Mystical Kabbalah being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

Wonderful topic and I could see the topic being made into a lecture series but I couldn't find "entertainment value" to a general audience.

5 of 6 people found this review helpful

Great!! You will not be sorry!

Rabbi David Cooper is a great teacher. This audio presentation on Kabbalah is fanastic and teaches at many different levels. You can listen over and over again and find new treasures each time. This is one of the Best audio Books I have ever purchased. It is my favorite.

18 of 24 people found this review helpful

changed my life

really develops the mind spirit and body i will listen to it again try it

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Dissapointing

Word of advice to the Rabbi; I would have loved to learn more about Mystical Kabbalah but your narration is horrible. The slow cadence and constant pausing, while may be great in person to reinforce the Rabbi communication style makes for a very monotonous experience and turns downright painful to try and focus on your book. You would have sold many more copies had you let a professional reader deliver this work for you.

No criticism meant by this review just honest feedback.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Very informative

I felt it was deep yet easy to comprehend. Profound and insightful. Flows well. I'd recommend it

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Whalespeak

The speaker in the book is so in awe of the information he is passing on to us that he sometimes uses "whalespeak". The Rabbi is a good storyteller though, and I enjoyed listening and also the meditations. The storyteller has given me knew insights on old matters.

Don't meditate while driving in the car I would say.

7 of 10 people found this review helpful

The Mystical Kabbalah

I had hoped for information on the history and philosophy of the Kabbalah but this was more of a lecture on new age mysticism from a Jewish background. It is not very informative unless you are looking for another form of meditation.

17 of 30 people found this review helpful

Interesting<br />subject

Very knowledgeable Rabbi who gives great details on the subject matter about Kabbalah,. something I know nothing about

Needs Reference Materials / Narration lacking

While I really like the content of the book, it is extremely hard to follow because of the awkward narration and lack of reference materials. The author frequently refers to charts that are not made available to audible versions. Unless you have a hard copy or digital copy of the book you will have a hard time with this one. It's a real shame because the content is great.

The Mystical Kabbalah by Rabbi David A. Cooper

Thank you so very much Rabbi David Cooper for your deep profound 'work' with sharing from your heart, knowledge and Divine Wisdom.
In the past I've been blessed to be guided to your books and meditations and now The Mystical Kabbalah, transmitted personally from your heart with the spoken word, the experience was one of you guiding me as a teacher, one on one, perfect timeing for me.
I've been deeply touched by the experience with many soul tears shed.

Thank you for 'being'

Blessings and Rainbows
jill elizbeth ^ ^

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

A must read and experience book

Love it. very inspirational. Meditation bits very helpful and uplifting. Profoundly touched. Thank you.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Life Affirming!

Thank you Rabbi David Cooper for sharing this great work. This audible experience has really helped me grasp a further understanding of the/my mystical Kabbalah, and its something that I find by going back to time and time again, I discover new insights that I previously didn't take in . A MUST for anyone who wants to explore this in my opinion. The only criticism I have, is more towards how amazon don't really organise the chapters or label them - I suppose this is recordings from a tape so granted it was probably difficult to have done; but I notice this a lot with audible books, they mostly are challenging to navigate (i.e the chapters are not labeled).

That said, I would LOVE for Rabbi David Cooper to release more audible books in his way of narrating, I really think it works. Blessings and love !

Excellent

Very easy to listen to and a good insight into the Kabbalah. Good explanations and illustrations.