Maggid Of Caro: The Mystic Life Of The Eminent Codifier Joseph Caro As Revealed In His Secret Diary

""The Maggid of Caro: The Mystic Life of the Eminent Codifier Joseph Caro as Revealed in His Secret Diary"" is a biography written by Hirsch Loeb Gordon. The book explores the life of Joseph Caro, a Jewish rabbi and scholar who lived in the 16th century. Caro is best known for his work as a codifier of Jewish law, particularly in his book ""Shulchan Aruch."" However, the book delves deeper into Caro's mystical beliefs and practices, which were recorded in his secret diary. Through an analysis of Caro's diary, Gordon provides insight into Caro's spiritual journey and the influence of Kabbalah on his life and work. The book also explores the historical context of Caro's life, including the expulsion of Jews from Spain and Portugal and the rise of the Ottoman Empire. Overall, ""The Maggid of Caro"" offers a unique perspective on the life and beliefs of one of the most important Jewish scholars in history.Messages Received From The Great Beyond By The Eminent Jurist Joseph Caro For More Than Fifty-Two Years Through His Familiar Spirit, The Maggid.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.