Jewish Tales of Mystic Joy
Introduction
There are many Jewish tales that vividly show the joy, bliss,
and ecstasy of holy people, particularly the tzaddikim, the Hasidic
movement's charismatic leaders, and the Hasidim, their devoted
followers. This book contains a selection of these tales that
portray the mystic joy that comes from a passionate love for God.
The Jewish mystics say that the ultimate human aim is to attain
the bliss that God intends for us. For that reason, we need to read
and hear tales about mystic joy, to see the happiness that awaits us
if we strive for holiness. The Hasidic stories draw us into the world of
the tales and allow us to taste the mystic joy the tales describe. I hope
that reading these enchanting sacred stories gives you holy pleasure
and that their sweetness inspires you to seek mystic happiness and
joy for yourself.
MYSTIC JOY
To fully appreciate the tales, we must understand the teachings of
the Rabbis about mystic joy, about ecstasy and bliss.
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