Every time I try to pray the Shema I get overwhelmed thinking about infinity and unity and it feels like my sense of self is dissolving which terrifies me.
More people experience this than they realize.
Authentic engagement with mystical concepts threatens the boundaries of personal identity, creating fear rather than the intended sense of connection.
“Where Are You with Jewish mysticism — Kabbalah and Hasidism?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.