Maimonides and Kabbalah: A Blueprint for Holistic Wellness
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
The ancient wisdom wellness & wellbeing workshop integrates the rational ethical standards of Maimonides (Rambam) with the psychological and spiritual structure of the Kabbalistic Tree of Life (Sefirot). The curriculum proposes that Maimonides establishes the ethical duty for preventive health and finding the Golden Mean, while the Tree of Life serves as a map for achieving this balance (Tiferet) through the refinement of character traits (Tikkun Middot). Supporting texts offer historical context for the figures and concepts mentioned, noting that Maimonides was a medieval philosopher and physician, the definitive form of the Kabbalistic Tree of Life system is attributed to Rabbi Isaac Luria, and the foundational text Zohar is traditionally ascribed to Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai. Finally, other materials clarify the ancient origins of the prayer "Ana Bekoach" and the evolution of the Magen David (Star of David) as a Jewish symbol.
