Major trends in Jewish mysticism

Major Trends in Jewish Mysticism is a seminal work by Gershom Scholem that provides a detailed historical exploration of Jewish mysticism, including its various forms such as Merkabah mysticism, the Zohar, and the teachings of Isaac Luria.

The book examines the evolution of Jewish mystical thought from ancient times to the Hasidic movement.

Scholem critiques the neglect of Kabbalistic studies during the Haskalah period and explores similarities with other mystical traditions.