Fundamentals of the Wisdom of Kabbalah — Full Course Syllabus - Fundamentals of Kabbalah 2025/2026

BNEI BARUCH KABBALAH ACADEMY

Global Course 2025/26

Fundamentals of the Wisdom of Kabbalah — Full Course Syllabus

Course Overview

This foundational program introduces students to the authentic wisdom of Kabbalah through the original teachings of Rav Yehuda Ashlag (Baal HaSulam), Rav Baruch Shalom Ha-Levi Ashlag (Rabash), and the explanations of Rav Dr. Michael Laitman.

The course explores key Kabbalistic concepts, the purpose of creation, the nature of the soul, perception of reality, spiritual laws, group work, and practical inner development — based on authentic sources.

Course Objectives

Students will:

Learn the basic concepts of authentic Kabbalah.
Become familiar with primary Kabbalistic sources.
Understand the path toward spiritual attainment.
Discover the relevance of Kabbalah in today’s global reality.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, students will:

Understand and define key Kabbalah terms and principles.
Know how to read and relate to authentic Kabbalah texts.
Gain tools for personal spiritual development.
Receive answers to fundamental questions about life’s purpose.

SEMESTER I

November 2025 – February 2026

Lesson 1 — Nov 9, 2025

The Fundamental Laws of Human Nature

What drives human nature?
Where do thoughts and desires come from?
The basic building blocks of creation: the will to receive pleasure.
Why study authentic Kabbalah, and why is it especially relevant today?

Lesson 2 — Nov 16, 2025

The Essence of the Wisdom of Kabbalah

The Thought of Creation and its purpose.
Coincidence or design — is there a guiding system behind reality?
Key concepts: Light, Kli (vessel), Creator, point in the heart, nature.
Introduction to authentic Kabbalah sources.

Lesson 3 — Nov 23, 2025

The Three-Axis Model

The structured process of creation according to the wisdom of Kabbalah.
The evolution of human desire throughout history.
“The advantage of light over darkness” — its meaning and the spiritual law it reveals.
How we begin to sense and enter the spiritual world.

Lesson 4 — Nov 30, 2025

Perception of Reality

Is what we perceive with the five senses the full reality?
Why is Kabbalah called “a hidden wisdom”?
Scientific developments and shifts in human perception.
The hidden law of intention.
The law of equivalence of form.

Lesson 5 — Dec 7, 2025

History & Transmission of Kabbalah

Who is a Kabbalist?
Key milestones in the development of Kabbalah.
The connection between human history and spiritual evolution.
How authentic Kabbalah is transmitted across generations.

Lesson 6 — Dec 14, 2025

The Power of Kabbalah Texts

The language of branches and roots.
What is the “spiritual force” within Kabbalah texts?
How study awakens the spiritual soul and fulfills one’s purpose.
The four languages used in Kabbalah texts — differences and meaning.

Lesson 7 — Dec 21, 2025

Freedom of Choice

Does free choice exist? If so — in what exactly?
The four factors in human development.
The role of one’s environment in spiritual growth.
“Everything is foreseen and permission is given” — meaning and context.

Lesson 8 — Dec 28, 2025

Body, Soul & Reincarnation

What is the soul according to Kabbalah?
Concepts: body, mind, soul and reincarnation — how do they relate?
The spiritual system of Adam HaRishon.
The “shattering” and the meaning of the story of the ‘Tree of Knowledge’.

Lesson 9 — Jan 4, 2026

The Uniqueness of Kabbalah

What distinguishes authentic Kabbalah from other spiritual traditions and teachings?
Core principles and the uniqueness of the Kabbalah method.

Lesson 10 — Jan 11, 2026

First Full Text Study Session: “There Is None Else Besides Him” — Foundations of Inner Work

Guided study of Baal HaSulam’s Shamati, Article No. 1: “There Is None Else Besides Him”.
Core principles of inner spiritual work according to authentic Kabbalah.
How to relate correctly to life’s challenges and build a proper attitude toward reality.

Lesson 11 — Jan 18, 2026

From Shattering to Correction

The soul of Adam HaRishon, its shattering, and its correction.
How our spiritual work relates to the soul of Adam HaRishon.

Lesson 12 — Jan 25, 2026

The Global Bnei Baruch Organization

From a small study group to a global movement.
Introduction to the ‘World Kli’ — the worldwide community of students.

Lessons 13–15 — Feb 1, 8, 15, 2026

Preparation for the World Kabbalah Convention

Understanding the spiritual meaning of the Convention.
How to prepare internally and as a group.
Setting intentions and expectations for participation.

SEMESTER II

February 2026 – May 2026

Lesson 16 — Feb 22, 2026

After the Convention — Integration & Roadmap

Reflecting on spiritual impressions from the convention.
Clarifying personal insights and questions.
Roadmap and intention for the second semester.

Lesson 17 — March 1, 2026

The Four Phases of Direct Light — Structure of the Upper Worlds

How the desire to receive develops from above to below.
Understanding the four phases (Behinot).
The relationship between spiritual worlds and our world.

Lesson 18 — March 8, 2026

Discovering The Book of Zohar

Why The Book of Zohar is considered the most powerful Kabbalah text.
The inspiring story of how it was written and revealed.
Understanding the Sulam (Ladder) commentary of Rav Yehuda Ashlag (Baal HaSulam).
Exploring our special study edition: “Zohar for All” that opens the “Book of Zohar” to everyone.
Reading together from the “Introduction of The Book of Zohar”.

Lesson 19 — March 15, 2026

“The Study of the Ten Sefirot” — The Blueprint of the Creation

Introduction to the foundational work of Baal HaSulam, The Study of the Ten. Sefirot, a comprehensive commentary on the writings of the ARI (Rabbi Isaac Luria).
Examination of the Ten Sefirot and their function within the structure of creation.
Clarifying the concept of the soul and the process of constructing the spiritual vessel (Kli) for its revelation.
Guided reading and engagement with selected excerpts from The Study of the Ten Sefirot.

Lesson 20 — March 22, 2026

“I Shall See an Opposite World” — Inner Meaning of Torah Stories

The connection between Kabbalah and Torah stories.
Revealing the spiritual meaning behind biblical narratives.
Practical examples through the lens of inner work.

Lesson 21 — March 29, 2026

Prayer in Kabbalah — The Inner Request

What is “prayer” in the language of Kabbalah?
How does it differ from conventional prayer?
The three conditions of prayer according to Baal HaSulam.
Using prayer as a practical tool for spiritual advancement.

Lesson 22 — April 5, 2026

The Teacher in Kabbalah — Role, Attitude & Transmission

Who is a true Kabbalah teacher?
What does it mean to be a student of a Kabbalist?
How is spiritual knowledge transmitted?

Lesson 23 — April 12, 2026

Path of Light vs. Path of Suffering — Choosing Life

Spiritual progress through conscious choice, not suffering.
The necessity of a supportive spiritual environment.
How to build and sustain the right environment.

Lesson 24 — April 19, 2026

“We Have Gathered Here” — Building a Spiritual Society (Based on Rabash’s article “The Purpose of Society”)

What makes a spiritual group unique.
Rules and principles of spiritual group work.
Creating the conditions for collective inner growth.

Lesson 25 — April 26, 2026

Advancing Through the Greatness of the Goal

The importance of the greatness of the goal.
Why effort depends on inner importance.
Strengthening aspiration toward the spiritual goal.

Lesson 26 — May 3, 2026

Introduction to the Concept of the “Ten”

Examination of practical spiritual work within the framework of a Ten, the foundational unit of collective spiritual practice in Kabbalah.
Definition of the concept of the “Ten” and its origins in the sources.
Introduction to the key principles and attitudes for working together in a Ten.

Lesson 27 — May 10, 2026

Convention Preparation — Part 1

Preparing the heart for connection.
Setting the intention for unity.

Lesson 28 — May 17, 2026

Convention Preparation — Part 2

Strengthening mutual support.
Practical exercises before the gathering.

Lesson 29 — May 24, 2026

Convention Preparation — Part 3

Final alignment of intention and connection.
Building a shared spiritual vessel.

Lesson 30 — May 31, 2026

Course Completion & Transition to Advanced Study

Course summary and personal reflection on the learning journey.
Introduction to the Bnei Baruch learning community and the advanced Ten-based studies
Warm welcome to the global Bnei Baruch community!

Advanced Studies: Growing Together in the Bnei Baruch Learning Community

This program advances the practical application of authentic Kabbalah. Participants deepen their understanding of the core principles studied in the introductory curriculum and develop the capacity to implement them in daily life and interpersonal relationships.

Program Activities

Systematic study of key writings of Baal HaSulam and Rabash.
Guided experiential exercises in group work and connection.
Application of Kabbalistic principles to everyday situations.
Gradual development of a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Learning Objectives

Through ongoing participation, students will:

Acquire proficiency in applying essential tools for spiritual development.
Gain confidence in reading and working with primary Kabbalistic texts.
Develop experiential skills in inner work and collective practice.
Strengthen the qualities and attitudes required for participation in a spiritual ‘Ten’.