Jewish meditation is a spiritual practice that integrates mindfulness, prayer, and contemplation with Jewish traditions. It has roots in ancient Jewish texts, Kabbalah (Jewish mysticism), and Hasidic thought. There are different approaches to Jewish meditation, including:
- Hitbonenut (Contemplation) – A practice emphasized by Maimonides and Chabad Hasidism, focusing on deep reflection on divine concepts.
- Hitbodedut (Seclusion and Personal Prayer) – A practice from Rebbe Nachman of Breslov, where one speaks to God in their own words, often in nature.
- Kabbalistic Visualization – Meditations involving Hebrew letters, divine names, or the Sefirot (Kabbalistic attributes of God).
- Breathwork and Mindfulness – Some Jewish traditions incorporate breath awareness, similar to Eastern meditation, but with a focus on divine presence.
- Chanting and Niggunim (Melodies) – Repetitive chanting of sacred words or melodies to elevate spiritual consciousness.
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