This work was written around 1736 by Rabbi Moshe Chaim Luzatto (referred to by his acronym, Ramcha”l). The author was an outstanding scriptural and Talmudic scholar, philosopher, moralist, kabbalist and teacher of ethics. It’s of note this work was written when the author was about 30 years of age.
“Derech Hashem” (The Way of G-d) is considered one of the quintessential handbooks of Jewish thought. It covers all philosophical topics in the vast spectrum of classical Judaism’s outlook on the world.
Derech Hashem covers a diverse range of topics including: The Creator, The purpose of creation, human responsibility, the spiritual realms, providence, Israel & the nations, astrology, the human soul, theurgy, prophecy, the study of Torah, prayer and the function of observances. All these are brought in a clear flowing structure that systematically builds on previous topics.
As the work is written in a particularly concise manner, it’s necessary to expound the material to gain clarity. In this audio series Rabbi Mordechai Goodman, director of Jewish Education in Manchester, guides the listener through the profound and meaningful concepts that are so eye-opening and life enriching.
It’s our hope that you will be very enriched by following this unique series.
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