"The history of the Zohar, and its influence on history, is a fascinating one that will surprise and enlighten you. As you will discover, the Zohar, or Book of Splendor, is not simply a book but an energy source and a tool for spiritual transformation. According to the greatest sages of Kabbalah, the Light of the Creator is embodied in the Zohar's very letters and words." "This book is designed to provide a concise overview that covers thousands of years in an accessible way, and to invite...
Michael Berg’s overview of the Zohar is a virtual timeline showing its connection with great historical figures and events throughout time. He addresses the myths surrounding this sacred work, and covers who first revealed it, who wrote it down, and who studied it — not just Jewish scholars, but Plato, Sir Isaac Newton, the Knights Templar, and other inquisitive thinkers. Berg clearly demonstrates the profound influence Zohar and Kabbalah have had on all the major disciplines, from literature and art to medicine and science.
Ch. 1 Introduction: The Book That Isn't a Book 1Ch. 2 The Secret History of the Zohar 13Ch. 3 The Zohar's Influence on the Renaissance, the Age of Discovery and Science 41Ch. 4 Secret History of the Zohar Timeline 99