--- product_id: 4494032 title: "The Bahir" price: "Β₯9052" currency: JPY in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/4494032-the-bahir store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # 4.8/5 rating from 392 readers 12,000 words of mystical wisdom Ancient Kabbalah classic The Bahir **Price:** Β₯9052 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“œ Unlock ancient wisdom β€” be the insider who truly gets Kabbalah. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Bahir - **How much does it cost?** Β₯9052 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/4494032-the-bahir) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Highly Acclaimed:** Rated 4.8 stars by nearly 400 readers, proving its enduring relevance and impact. - β€’ **Compact Yet Profound:** A concise 12,000-word manuscript packed with deep insights on the Ten Sefirot and mystical concepts. - β€’ **Timeless Spiritual Authority:** Dive into one of the oldest and most influential Kabbalah texts, foundational for mystical studies. - β€’ **Essential for Kabbalah Enthusiasts:** A must-have precursor to the Zohar, quoted by leading scholars and mystics for centuries. - β€’ **Collector’s Gem in Good Condition:** A used book preserved well, perfect for your spiritual library and intellectual collection. ## Overview The Bahir is a seminal Kabbalistic text dating back to the 12th century, revered as the oldest mystical manuscript before the Zohar. This compact volume of 12,000 words explores core concepts like the Ten Sefirot, reincarnation, and the Thirty-two Paths of Wisdom. With a stellar 4.8-star rating from 392 readers, this used copy in good condition is a prized addition for serious students and collectors of Jewish mysticism. ## Description " The Bahir is one of the oldest and most influential of all classical Kabbalah texts. Until the publication of the Zohar, the Bahir was the most widely quoted primary source of Kabbalistic teachings. The Bahir is quoted in every major book on Kabbalah, the earliest being the Raavad's commentary on Sefer Yetzirah , and it is cited numerous times by Rabbi Moshe ben Nachman (Ramban) in his commentary on the Torah. It is also quoted many times in the Zohar. It was first published around 1176 by the Provence school of Kabbalists; the first printed edition appeared in Amsterdam in 1651. The name Bahir is derived from the first verse quoted in the text (Job 37:21), "And now they do not see light, it is brilliant (Bahir) in the skies." It is also called the "Midrash of Rabbi Nehuniah ben HaKana," particularly by the Ramban. The reason might be that Rabbi Nehuniah's name is at the very beginning of the book, but most Kabbalists actually attribute the Bahir to him and his school. Some consider it the oldest kabbalistic text ever written. Although the Bahir is a fairly small book, some 12,000 words in all, it was very highly esteemed among those who probed its mysteries. Rabbi Judah Chayit, a prominent fifteenth-century Kabbalist, writes, "Make this book a crown for your head." Much of the text is very difficult to understand, and Rabbi Moshe Cordevero (1522-1570), head of the Safed school of Kabbalah, says, "The words of this text are bright (Bahir) and sparkling, but their brilliance can blind the eye." One of the most important concepts revealed in the Bahir is that of the Ten Sefirot, and careful analysis of these discussions yields much of what will be found in later kabbalistic works, as well as their relation to anthropomorphism and the reason for the commandments. Also included is a discussion of reincarnation, or Gilgul, an interpretation of the letters of the Hebrew alphabet, the Thirty-two Paths of Wisdom, and the concept of Tzimtzum. " ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #147,683 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #23 in Zohar #45 in Kabbalah & Mysticism #103 in Torah | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 394 Reviews | ## Images ![The Bahir - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ojiK1aYsL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Language, Media Format** options. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/4494032-the-bahir](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/4494032-the-bahir) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-10-10*