Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cabala

Noun

/kəˈbɑːlə/

Definition

A mystical interpretation of the scriptures, especially the Hebrew Bible; a system of esoteric teachings related to Jewish mysticism.

Examples

The cabala teaches that the universe is composed of ten sefirot, representing different attributes of God.
Many artists have drawn inspiration from cabala to explore themes of spirituality and existence.

Meaning

The term ‘cabala’ refers to a tradition or system of thoughts that seeks to explain the nature of God, the universe, and the relationship between them through a mystical framework.