Searching for happiness in our modern
world of stress and struggle is common; finding it is more
unusual. This guide explores and explains how to find joy
through a time-honored, creative—and surprisingly
practical—approach based on Kabbalah and the teachings of
Jewish mystics.
The very core of the Jewish mystical
tradition is centered on the belief that if our focus is
spiritual, then true appreciation of our lives, and true joy,
are possible. Step by step, Finding
Joy describes the basis of
happiness in the context of Jewish mystical tradition and
shows, in an easy-to-understand way, how we can use its concept
of the 10 divine “rays of light,” the Sefirot, to
remedy the everyday unhappiness in our lives.
Clear, creative, personal, and
down-to-earth, Finding Joy introduces the ancient insights of
the Jewish mystics, and offers practical week-by-week exercises
for the soul which bring them into our daily routines. Finding
Joy is not an instant cure for modern life’s burdens.
Instead, it’s a guide to a time-honored method for
thinking and living...and finding real joy.
“This new book is not only practical
and universal, but is deeply spiritual in its approach to
finding happiness. Jewish mysticism transcends the traditional
psychotherapies and ‘feel-good’ platitudes of today
and provides solid, workable teachings about ourselves and the
world in which we live.”
—Dr.
Stephen R. Covey, author of
number one best-selling
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
“A direct and easy guide to a Jewish
spirituality that doesn’t make it ‘a big
deal.’ ‘So easy is this for you—so do-able
with word and heart’ (Deut. 30:14).”
—Rabbi
Zalman M. Schachter-Shalomi
“This lovely, simple introduction to
Kabbalah will appeal to audiences of all traditions who are
curious about Jewish spirituality—or simply wish to be
happy. . . . Packed with everyday stories beautifully told and
simple exercises that bring profound mystical insights to life.
Not a theoretical introduction but a practical one, this is a
singular contribution.”
—American Library
Association’s Booklist
“Leads the way to a basic
understanding of the Kabbalah. . . . A down-to-earth and
non-threatening guide, offering the chance to find satisfaction
in the simplicity of just being.”
—NAPRA
Review
“Pithy, effective, and remarkable. .
. .A good read for those who seek to do good and enjoy
happiness.”
—Msgr.
Tom Hartman, The God Squad
“Brings to life ancient concepts of
Jewish mysticism and applies them to the modern quest for
meaning. . . . Hits the mark with its depiction of the nature
of spiritual maturity.”
—Values
& Visions
Dannel I. Schwartz is spiritual leader of Temple Shir Shalom in West
Bloomfield, Michigan, one of the fastest growing congregations
in the U.S. He is well-known for his ability to motivate and
inspire. He is the author of On the
Wings of Healing, and his articles
on religion and spirituality have been featured in Moment Magazine, The American Rabbi, the Detroit Free
Press, the Jewish Spectator, and the
Detroit News. He frequently is a guest lecturer at universities,
synagogues, and community centers on the subjects of
spirituality, intermarriage strategies, and modern Jewish
philosophy.
Mark Hass has
been on the staff of the Detroit
News and the Miami Herald.
