Mussar is an illuminating, approachable, and highly practical set of teachings for cultivating personal growth and spiritual realization in the midst of day-to-day life. Here is an accessible and inspiring introduction to this Jewish spiritual path, which until lately has been best known in the world of Orthodox Judaism. The core teaching of Mussar is that our deepest essence is inherently pure and holy, but this inner radiance is obscured by extremes of emotion, desire, and bad habits. Our work in life is to uncover the brilliant light of the soul. The Mussar masters developed transformative teachings and practices—some of which are contemplative, some of which focus on how we relate to others in daily life—to help us to heal and refine ourselves.
- ISBN10 1590303687
- ISBN13 9781590303689
- Publish Date 8 May 2007
- Publish Status Out of Stock
- Out of Print 16 March 2011
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Shambhala Publications Inc
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 320
- Language English