Abraham ben Samuel Abulafia

Abraham ben Samuel Abulafia (1240–1291) was a medieval Jewish mystic and scholar known for developing a unique form of Kabbalah focused on divine language and meditation. He believed that through advanced vocalization of Hebrew letters and words, individuals could achieve spiritual enlightenment and intimate connection with God. Abulafia's techniques involved complex, guided mental practices aimed at transcending ordinary consciousness. His work influenced later Jewish mysticism, emphasizing the transformative power of sacred language and spiritual experience, and he is regarded as a key figure in the development of prophetic meditation within Jewish mystical tradition.