Astrology is a key ingredient of Kabbalah, but not the traditional astrology we think of today. The Kabbalah zodiac is based on a different calendar, and the purpose of astrology is not to understand the different astrological signs and their meanings, but to take control over the negative aspects of the signs and create outcomes that are more positive. Dreams also play a large role in the Kabbalah. The Zohar believes that dreams allow people to get in touch with negative traits in their personality and make them better. Like Hindus, the Zohar teaches that people have many incarnations in this life, and they will come back many times before they get it "right" and ascend to nirvana or heaven.

The practice ultimately represents peace and harmony, and understanding the individual so they can understand the world around them. The Web site continues, "Kabbalah teaches universal principles that apply to all peoples of all faiths and all religions, regardless of ethnicity or where you come from. The beauty of studying Kabbalah is that you can't be forced to think in a particular way" (Kabbalah.com). Another Web site continues, "According to the wisdom of Kabbalah, reality consists of two forces, or qualities: the desire to receive and the desire to bestow, to give" (Kabbalah.info). Kabbalah teaches how to maintain healthy relationships with loved ones, children and friends, and it teaches spirituality on many levels. The Kabbalah teaches that the ultimate goal of anyone's life is to gain spiritual growth, no matter what spirituality you embrace. The editors continue, "The obstacles and challenges that appear in our lives are not really our 'enemies.' In fact, the difficulties we face were created to help us gain strength for the spiritual growth that is the true purpose of our lives" (Kabbalah.com). This spiritual growth continues throughout all the incarnations of life.

The practice believes in spirituality and growth, but it is also a peaceful practice that urges people to get along with each other. There are centers located around the world and in many states in the United States. They offer seminars that explain their beliefs to others, and the Web sites offer online...

If a person wants to learn more about this practice, there are many places to turn for help and guidance. Ultimately, Kabbalah turns the words and tales of the Torah into terms that anyone can use to grow spiritually. Kabbalah urges people to share their experiences, nurture each other, and communicate with each other. Surprisingly, they also urge followers to welcome anxiety and difficulties, because these things can help you grow tremendously and find more spirituality.
For daily guidance, the Web sites offer daily wisdom, weekly newsletters, and many other helpful tools for followers. Interested people can also talk with Kabbalah teachers one-on-one, who can answer any questions they might have about Kabbalah and the Zohar. Many sites offer daily blogs and one even has a television channel that streams live shows. Whatever questions followers may have, the Web sites and online information can help them make decisions about Kabbalah and their lives.

In conclusion, Kabbalah is much more than a religion. Although closed to many people for thousands of years, today it welcomes people of any faith or nationality. It is a journey toward ultimate spirituality and the ultimate reward that brings, and it is a unique brand of spirituality that takes many different belief systems and blends them into on all-encompassing belief system.