Honey from the Rock, Special Anniversary Edition

I will admit that I have only read about 1/4 of this book, but I find it difficult to go back to it and read the rest.As a gentile I was hoping for a clear, simple introduction to Jewish Mysticism. Having read 1/4 of the book I am no closer to understanding anything about the subject, and I suspect the rest of the book will be just more of the same - what shall I call it - rambling, often disjointed tid-bits of writing intended to show off how sublimely enlightened the author is, perhaps?Now, I have seen this author in a discussion on a UTube video before I ordered this book, and I believe he is sincere to the subject. It's just that he does not come across that way in the book.Here's an example of one of those writing tid-bits. On page 32,"The first mystery is simply that there is a mystery. A mystery that can never be explained or understood. Only encountered from time to time."OK, first of all, that's not specifically a Jewish mystery. It's our universal human mystery.But that aside, this is the nature of this book, at least so far:little bits of truths about the unknowable mixed in with little bits of Jewish Biblical history, mixed in with quotes from others. We, the readers, have to do the work, I suppose, of figuring out what he's getting at. That's fine if I was on a druggy high thinking, "wow, wow, what a mind-blowing thought", but that's not why I buy a book advertised as "Quite Simply, The Easiest Introduction To Jewish Mysticism You Can Read."

Application is endless.

A profound book, by a profound author. Kushner expertly weaves the concepts of the universal mystic journey into the fabric of Judiasm, providing the reader with insights - ancient and modern - into Jewish mysticism. His easy to read style belies the fact that you will never truly understand the contents - like any mystical writing - it has so many meanings and layers that it transcends full understanding. Whether it is a story of the bird on a front porch, or the comparison of Moses and Elijah or the composition of the Lurianic Tree of Life, Kushner will provoke deep thought in a light style. A great read.

Beautifully written and inspiring. Touched me deeply, and gave me a deeper understanding of Jewish Mysticism. Soulful and uplifting. Unlike many books on the Kabbalah, it came from the heart, rather than being overly intellectual.

This has to be read slowly so as to absorb the beauty and let it point you in the direction of your entrance to the Divine.

I purchased this book to give as a gift. It is a wonderful book. I would highly recommend it to all. It state profound truth in a simple way that penetrates into your very soul, changes you. Gives you strength for the journey

Good purchase, all as expected

Because I wanted specific information on mysticism of the Jewish religion: the Kabbalah- history, not rabbis' stories - and how it works and how to work it.