The Soul
The concept of reincarnation in Jewish thought: The idea of reincarnation in Judaism, known as "gilgul neshamot" (literally, "the cycling of souls"), is primarily found in Kabbalah, Jewish mysticism. While it's not a universally accepted belief in all Jewish traditions, it has been an important concept in Kabbalistic thought since medieval times. A key source for this concept is the Zohar, the foundational work of Kabbalah. The Zohar was written in the 13th century and is attributed to Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, though many scholars believe it was actually composed by Moses de León. Another important source is the 16th-century mystic Rabbi Isaac Luria, also known as the Ari. He expanded on the concept of gilgul in his teachings, which were later compiled by his students. "The Jewish Book of Reincarnation" by DovBer Pinson . This book provides an overview of reincarnation in Jewish thought, drawing from both ancient and modern sources. While rein...