Toward the Infinite is a guide to focusing on the Kabbalistic Hitbonenut - deep contemplation method of meditation. It encompasses the entire meditative experience and takes the reader on an engaging journey through meditation, beginning with the readying of oneself for the meditation and continuing through the actual meditative experience. The various states and expansiveness of consciousness are discussed. Whereas we may begin on a level of ego-centricity, we slowly peal away the shells of superficiality and attain a state of total bitul ha'yesh -negation of separate self and dip into a...

Meditation and Judaism is a comprehensive work on Jewish meditation, encompassing the entire spectrum of Jewish thought--from the early Kabbalists to the modern Chassidic and Mussar masters, the sages of the Talmud, to the modern philosophers. Both a scholarly, in-depth study of meditative practices, and a practical, easy to follow guide, Meditation and Judaism is for anyone interested in meditating the Jewish way. The word meditation calls to mind the traditional, obvious associations that society has accumulated. Meditation and Judaism attempts to broaden our view of meditation,...

Meditation and Judaism is a comprehensive work on Jewish meditation, encompassing the entire spectrum of Jewish thought_from the early Kabbalists to the modern Chassidic and Mussar masters, the sages of the Talmud, to the modern philosophers. Both a scholarly, in-depth study of meditative practices, and a practical, easy to follow guide, Meditation and Judaism is for anyone interested in meditating the Jewish way. The word meditation calls to mind the traditional, obvious associations that society has accumulated. Meditation and Judaism attempts to broaden our view of meditation,...

This is a comprehensive look at the intriguing concept of reincarnation as taught by the masters of the Kabbalah and as analyzed by major Jewish thinkers throughout history. Rabbi DovBer Pinson, born and raised in a Hasidic family immersed in the study of Jewish mystical thought, has made a thorough search of Jewish teachings in order to present his readers with a rich and engaging study of life's most perplexing question: What happens after a person dies?

What is Jewish Music? What makes a song 'sound Jewish?' What is the place of music in Jewish history and philosophy?

Kabbalah holds the secrets to a path of conscious awareness. In this compact book, noted spiritual teacher DovBer Pinson presents 32 key concepts of Kabbalah and shows their value in opening the gates of perception.

From the Introduction:

Simply translated, Kabbalah means "that which is received."
Looking deeper, the word Kabbalah can mean to be open and receptive, to challenge ones own internal navigational system in order to see, hear, and be open to... more.

We must be receptive to a teaching to fully absorb it. We turn ourselves into vessels and invite within that which we wish to...

With his trademark spiritual sensitivity and deep understanding of tradition, Rabbi Pinson illuminates the holiday of Chanukah in an entirely new way. In the format of a meditation for each night of the observance, this edition is both a guide to the lighting of the menorah and celebrating of Chanukah and a manual for a deeper understanding of the holiday.

The Mystery of Kaddish is an in-depth and Kabbalistic exploration into the Mourner's Kaddish Prayer. Throughout Jewish history, there have been many rites and rituals associated with loss and mourning, yet none have prevailed quite like the Mourner's Kaddish Prayer - which has become the definitive ritual of mourning. The Mystery of Kaddish explores the source of this prayer and deconstructs the meaning to better understand the grieving process and how the Kaddish prayer supports and uplifts the bereaved through their own personal journey to healing.

In this informative, inspiring and empowering book, Rabbi Pinson guides readers along the pathway of genuine transformation and holistic integration so that they can live fully present in the now.

Each autumn we celebrate Sukkos anew, and with it many unusual and intriguing Mitvos, including the Mitzvah of gathering the Four Species. The Arba Minim, or Four Species, have inspired countless commentaries and traditions and intrigued scholars and mystics alike. With their rich symbolism they invoke wonder, and evoke our senses. In this little masterpiece of wisdom - both profound and practical - Rav DovBer Pinson explores the deep symbolic roots and nature of the Four Species. The Na'anuim, or ritual of the Lulav movement, is meticulously detailed and Kavanos, or meditations, are offered...