Pinchas Pocket Size Zohar I Lavender Special Edition Paperback – January 1, 2013

Really nice little pocket sized copy of a book I've been wanting to have. I can't read it but there's prayers in English and I suppose chat gpt can help me with the rest lol. I love the color and it looks really nice on my bookshelf. I also carry it with me sometimes when I want to flip through and feel connected to a higher source

I recently acquired the Pinchas Pocket Size Zohar I Lavender Special Edition, and it's quickly become a cherished item. As someone interested in spiritual texts and practices, I was drawn to this particular edition, and it offers a unique way to engage with the Zohar.First off, the aesthetics are delightful. This Zohar is super cute and incredibly small, making it truly pocket-sized. The lavender color of the cover is absolutely lovely – it's a soft, calming shade that makes the book feel special. Its compact size means it's incredibly easy to take with you anywhere; I can just throw it in my purse, and it adds no noticeable weight or bulk. This portability is a huge advantage for someone who likes to carry spiritual texts for moments of reflection throughout the day.Now, a very important note for anyone considering this edition: the text is, understandably, very small. Given its pocket size, this is to be expected, but if you don't have excellent near-sight vision, you'll definitely want to be aware of this. Reading extended passages might be a challenge without magnification.This particular edition contains just one book of the Zohar, "Pinchas." I appreciate this focus, especially as Michael Berg, a prominent figure in Kabbalistic teachings, suggests that Pinchas is a particularly good section for meditation and reflection. Having just this one volume makes it less daunting than a multi-volume set and allows for a deeper dive into a specific part of the Zohar's wisdom.For those new to Aramaic or Kabbalistic study, the beginning of the book is incredibly helpful. It includes explanations in both English and Spanish on how to use the Zohar. This guidance is invaluable, especially since, if you don't know Aramaic, the practice often involves simply looking at the letters and meditating on their form and energy rather than literal translation. This introductory section sets the stage perfectly for that kind of engagement.Overall, this Pinchas Pocket Size Zohar is a beautiful and practical tool for spiritual practice. Its charming size and color make it a joy to carry, and while the small text requires good vision, its portability and the focused content on "Pinchas" make it ideal for meditation and reflection on the go. It's a wonderful way to connect with the ancient wisdom of the Zohar.

It's pretty and fits into my purse. It's easy to have with you.

I hesitated between four stars and three. For some time, I have been finding enough references to the Zohar to whet my curiosity, and this seemed a good chance to learn more; but I failed to read the description closely enough to see that studying this text would require concentrating one or two of my few remaining years to the study of ancient Aramaic, and by then the print in this volume would be too miniscule for my old eyes. Perusal of the introductory pages in English did tell me something, and it is pleasant to have a ready-reference copy of the Tetragrammaton in its original characters. And, considering myself a true Agnostic in every sense (meaning every bit as dubious and skeptical about atheism as about any and every other creed), I will not take it upon myself to deny the offchance that there may indeed be some magical, mystical good-luck benefit to carrying around and gazing at a printed text whether one can read it or not. If so, then this small volume is certainly neat and tidy enough for carrying around, so thanks to the benefit of agnostic doubt, I give it four stars. Even though I must report that gazing uncomprehendingly at the text doesn't seem to do much for me, personally.

This pocket edition of the healing section of the Zohar is in Aramaic and is not just aimed for the Jewish people. Aramaic is the language which Jesus used in daily life so it can be a very appropriate text even for a Christian to carry in a pocket or keep on a nightstand. The introduction is in both English and Spanish. The rest of the text uses the Hebrew alphabet, but is in the Aramaic language. Apparently, even looking at the words without any comprehension, can be beneficial for meditation and healing. I am quite pleased to have such a special pocket edition in Aramaic. I would like to also find a full-sized Zohar in English as the Introduction has very much piqued my interest and I am interested in learning much more about it and the Kabbalah. For those who have an interest and appreciation for such mysticism, I would very highly recommend this well made, well printed little book with an excellent introduction.