2007-01-31 03:54:26 · 21 answers · asked by mario 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
It ain't enlightenment unless you pay for it
2007-01-31 03:57:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
A wonderful question. This is because, the places that only teach Kabbalah with no religiousness attached are scaming you to make money. Case closed. No legitimate Jewish organization I've heard of charges for religious studies unless there s a cost for supplemental materials and even in that case the fee is usually just like 20 bucks to buy a book or something.
2007-01-31 12:18:50 · answer #2 · answered by abcdefghijk 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, you don't.
There are many good Kabbalah websites on the internet that can point you in the correct direction.
Traditionally, Kabbalah was only undertaken by male sages who were at least 40 years old and had at least three wrinkles on their foreheads. To truly understand the Kabbalah takes quite a heavy understanding of traditional Jewish law, which is why many books about it tend to be large and heavy (and thus expensive).
Hope this helps!
2007-01-31 12:07:13 · answer #3 · answered by Jeremy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I learned through a book called a Garden of Pomegranates by Israel Regardie, Excellent book and well worth the £12. So it's not that expensive.
Like all beliefs/religions there are those that use it to rip people off. So don't let them put you off.
2007-01-31 12:02:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Great eh! I take my hat off to the Person behind it - imagine - come all ye believers hand over your cash and I will brainwash you with lots of nonsense.... its just as good as the Vicar/Priest getting the little old ladies to hand over their cash on Sunday... Its all a Con... Anyone who wants to learn - I only charge half price...what Madonna and her cronies get charged...
2007-01-31 12:03:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you're paying for it... it's probably not the genuine Kabbalah as taught by the greats, such as Ari the Lion.
2007-01-31 12:01:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
mostly because you're looking in the wrong place. anyone who claims that he can teach you kabbalah is a charlatan. If (a big if) and when (likely never) you are ready to receive these teachings, you will find yourself in the presence of one who truly can teach you. Just don't hold your breath.
2007-01-31 12:06:00 · answer #7 · answered by mzJakes 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Because if you want to learn about something, you want to learn it from someone who has studied it thoroughly. Not necessarily someone that thinks they know a lot about it. Usually, that costs money.
2007-01-31 11:58:04 · answer #8 · answered by froggypjs 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your gaining the whole world for mere money! the money will come back once You've learned, don't let it block you!
2007-01-31 11:59:34 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't. There are many good books and many teachers who do not charge for students who are willing to work and study.
2007-01-31 12:00:17 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
because just like every other organized religion they are really slaves to The Almighty Dollar...
2007-01-31 12:54:15 · answer #11 · answered by techteach03 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋