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Through the millennia, Kabbalists have bequeathed us with numerous writings. In their compositions, they have laid out a structured method that can lead, step by step, unto a world of eternity and wholeness.

Gems of wisdom is a collection of selected excerpts from the writings of the greatest Kabbalists from all generations, with particular emphasis on the writings of Rav Yehuda Leib HaLevi Ashlag (Baal HaSulam), author of the Sulam [Ladder] commentary of The Book of Zohar...

Today interest in Kabbalah has exploded worldwide. Millions of people are seeking answers as to what this ancient wisdom really is, and where they can find authentic instruction. With so many conflicting ideas about Kabbalah on the internet, in books, and in the mass media; the time has finally arrived to answer humanity's need, and reveal the wisdom to all who truly desire to know...

Without knowing the wisdom of Kabbalah, one is like a beast, since one is following the Mitzva without flavor, only going through the motions. This is similar to hay-eating beasts, without the taste of human food. And even if one is an important businessperson, occupied with much negotiations, he is not exempted from engaging in this wisdom...

May it please You, our Lord, God of our fathers, who hears the outcry of pleas and listens to the voice of the prayers of His people, Israel, with mercy, to prepare our hearts, establish our thoughts, and send our prayers in our mouths. Do lend Your ear to the voice of the prayer of Your servants, who pray to You with an outcry and a broken spirit...

In the days of Enosh, humans made a big mistake, and the counsel of the sages of that generation was crass, and Enosh himself was among the erring.

This was their mistake: They said that since God created these stars and cycles by which to lead the world, and has placed them above and granted them honor, and they are His servants, they are worthy of praise and respect, and it is God’s will to raise and to honor those who have grown and been honored, as the King wishes to honor those who stand before Him. And this is the King’s glory...

From the Preface to the Book of the Zohar By Rabbi Simon Bar Yochai With The Great Commentarie (The Ladder) by rabbi Yehuda Ashlag translated and edited by rabbi Levy I. Krakovsky...