Cultish Part 1 | Kabbalah, Jews, and the Roots of Antisemitism
Jun 25, 2025
Brian Crawford, a missionary to Jewish people, and Will Spencer, a former practitioner of Hermetic Kabbalah, dive deep into the complexities of Kabbalistic teachings. They discuss the historical roots of antisemitism and how it has affected Jewish perceptions of Christianity. The conversation also explores the intricate relationship between Jewish identity and belief in Jesus, emphasizing the need for understanding and sensitivity. Their insights challenge listeners to reflect on the philosophical aspects of Kabbalah, including concepts of one-ism and two-ism.
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Kabbalah's Panentheistic Worldview
- Kabbalah presents a worldview where everything is divine, contrasting sharply with traditional Jewish rationalism denying the incarnation and Trinity.
- This mystical perspective sees divinity in all things, challenging biblical distinctions between Creator and creation.
Kabbalah Through Tarot Experience
- Will Spencer grew up in a Reform Jewish family and explored Kabbalah through tarot as a mystical and magical system.
- His experience shows Kabbalah is not just philosophical but involves deep symbolic and ritualistic practices.
Kabbalah's Diverse Influence and Secrecy
- Kabbalah is not universally embraced among Jews, mainly associated with ultra-Orthodox groups while also influencing Christian mysticism and cults.
- Its secretive, esoteric nature often leads to claims that outsiders can't understand its truth without insider experience.
