Merkavah Mysticism

Merkavah Mysticism, also known as Chariot Mysticism, is an ancient Jewish spiritual tradition that focuses on the experience of divine presence and visions of the heavenly realm. It draws from the biblical vision of the chariot in Ezekiel 1, symbolizing God's throne and celestial beings. Practitioners engage in meditation, prayer, and ascetic practices to achieve spiritual ascent, seeking to encounter God and understand the mysteries of creation. This mystical path emphasizes the transformation of the self and the pursuit of direct, personal experiences of the divine, often involving intricate symbolism and deep ritualistic elements.