Sabbatai Zevi The Cabalistic Messiah : Kessinger Publishing : 9781161594270 : 1161594272 : 23 May 2010 : Sabbatai Zevi The Cabalistic Messiah is a book by Harry C. Schnur that explores the life and teachings of Sabbatai Zevi, a 17th-century Jewish mystic who proclaimed himself to be the messiah. The book delves into the historical and cultural context of Sabbatai's life, including the rise of Kabbalah and the Ottoman Empire. It examines the various factors that led to Sabbatai's messianic claims, including his charismatic personality, his interpretation of Kabbalistic texts, and the political and social upheaval of his time. The book also explores the reactions of Jewish communities around the world to Sabbatai's claims, including those who fervently believed in him and those who saw him as a dangerous heretic. Overall, Sabbatai Zevi The Cabalistic Messiah provides a comprehensive and nuanced look at one of the most fascinating figures in Jewish history.THIS 84 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACT