Students of mediation are usually surprised to discover that a Jewish
mediation tradition exists and that it was an authentic and integral
part of mainstream Judaism until the eighteenth century.
Jewish Meditation is a step-by-step introduction to meditation and the
Jewish practice of meditation in particular. This practical guide covers
such topics as mantra meditation, contemplation, and visualization
within a Jewish context. It shows us how to use meditative techniques to
enhance prayer using the traditional liturgy--the Amidah and the
Shema. Through simple exercises and clear explanations of theory,
Rabbi Kaplan gives us the tools to develop our spiritual potential
through an authentically Jewish meditative practice.