Thanks for the links, Redbird! That was interesting.

BTW - without getting into a complicated theological debate - Kabbala is considered blasphemous by many stricly orthodox Jewish people, especially in this country; because it's basically an occult practice, it's related to magic or even witchcraft, something that some people consider inappropriate within Judaism (writer of these words not included). It's kind of paradoxical I suppose, but Israel is one of the most intolerant countries in the world regarding the more modern waves or traditions of Judaism. The reason for this is mostly political, alas, but I personally like the fact that the ancient pagan roots of Judaism are more respected nowadays, as are the roots of many monotheistic faiths...
For me that signifies a true desire of people from all religions to find the connection between them, the place where faith truly derives from an inner desire to believe and experience and connect, not because someone tells you to, but because you feel that it's the right thing for you.

Wow, bit of a speech there. Sorry about that ;) But these are things I feel very strongly about...

What were we talking about, again?... Oh, Johnny Weir. Right... :embarrased