Baal HaSulam (Rabbi Yehuda Leib HaLevi Ashlag)

Baal HaSulam, born Rabbi Yehuda Leib HaLevi Ashlag, was a prominent 20th-century Jewish thinker and Kabbalist known for his interpretative and philosophical works on Kabbalah. He aimed to make the ancient mystical teachings accessible and relevant, emphasizing the importance of spiritual development, unity, and love among people. His most famous work, the Sulam (Ladder) commentary on the Zohar, provides a systematic approach to understanding the mystical insights about the purpose of creation and human connection. Baal HaSulam sought to inspire individuals to transform themselves spiritually to achieve a more harmonious and enlightened society.