Literary Sources/Tradition: Jewish Mysticism

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Nathan of Gaza

Nathan of Gaza (1643/44-1680) was a 17th-century Jewish mystic who proclaimed himself the prophet of the self-proclaimed messiah, Sabbatai Zevi. Nathan’s pronouncements and interpretations of Kabbalistic texts played a significant role in the development and spread of the Sabbatean movement, which caused upheaval in Jewish communities across Europe and the Middle East. After Zevi’s conversion … Read more

Encyclopedia of Mythical Creatures:
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Jabamiah

Jabamiah is a powerful word in elemental Kabbalah. Kabbalists believe that when pronounced correctly by a learned practitioner, it can restore severed limbs. This word likely derives from Hebrew mystical traditions, emphasizing the power of divine names and incantations to effect physical changes in the world. Related Posts:Mythological Anatomy: The Hidden Vocabulary of the…Paralinguistic Sounds: … Read more