Definition

1. Noun:
   • An esoteric or occult matter resembling the Kabbalah that is traditionally secret: Refers to a body of mystical or secret knowledge, teachings, or practices, often involving the interpretation of sacred texts or the pursuit of hidden spiritual truths, similar in nature to the Jewish Kabbalah.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The scholar dedicated his life to studying the ancient qabala.
  • Her book explores the connections between Hermetic philosophy and Christian qabala.

Advanced Usage

• "To delve into the qabala": to engage in deep, serious study of this esoteric system.
  • He decided to delve into the qabala to understand its symbolic language.

Variants and Related Words

• Qabalah (n): An alternative spelling for the same concept.
• Cabala (n): Another common variant spelling.
• Kabbalah (n): The original Jewish mystical tradition from which the concept is derived.
• Cabbala (n): Yet another historical spelling variant.

Synonyms

• Esoterica: Secret or highly specialized knowledge.
• Occultism: The study of or belief in supernatural or mystical practices.
• Mysticism: The pursuit of communion with or understanding of the ultimate reality through spiritual insight.

Related Phrases

• "The qabala of numbers": Refers to the mystical or symbolic interpretation of numerology within this tradition.
  • The chapter discusses the qabala of numbers found in medieval manuscripts.

Noun

1. an esoteric or occult matter resembling the Kabbalah that is traditionally secret