Kabbalah For Beginners
A Lifetime Of Learning
NOTE: This course is optional and NOT required for conversion to Judaism. This course is for the student who wants to further their learning.
Join us on a one hour journey as we dive into the world of Kabbalah (Jewish Mysticism).
Kabbalah deals with life's ultimate questions: Who are we? Where do we come from? Where are we going? What for? Why?
Kabbalah is the part of Judaism that explores the nature of life and the soul and the meaning of human existence. Kabbalah tries to teach people how to use the spiritual forces that exist and how to use them wisely. Kabbalah isn't just an abstract philosophy, and it isn't just a system of ideas. Kabbalah is a way of life. Often, one first learns something and then does it. But not with Kabbalah. To really know Kabbalah, you have to participate. If you fit into any of the following categories, this online course is for you:
- You've heard about Kabbalah and are curious about it, perhaps because some showbiz personality has said that he or she is studying it or because it was part of your general education but you don't have a firm grasp of what it's all about.
- You want to know more about Kabbalah whether you're religious or not.
- Like so many people, you've tried to understand what life is all about, and you've heard that Kabbalah has its own approach to the big, eternal questions of life.
- You're a spiritual seeker, and you've heard that Kabbalah is a spiritual approach to life.
- You're Jewish but feel that the Judaism you know is lacking in spirituality - and you've been led to believe that Kabbalah is the spiritual path (and sometimes even called the soul) of Judaism.
Your Instructor
Sophie Klein is a Jewish educator, podcast host, and proud convert to Judaism.
She works alongside Rabbi Marc Rubenstein as the voice, guide, and coordinator behind Convert to Judaism Online, where she has helped hundreds of students from around the world access Jewish learning and complete their path to conversion.
Passionate about making Judaism welcoming and accessible, Sophie brings a unique blend of sincerity, humor, and personal experience to every conversation she leads. She is the creator and host of Shabbat Shalom with Sophie Klein, a weekly podcast offering thoughtful reflections, guest interviews, and uplifting Jewish wisdom to help listeners prepare their hearts for Shabbat.
Through her teaching, storytelling, and mentorship, Sophie continues to empower those on the path toward Jewish identity—reminding them they’re not alone, no matter where they live.