The Maggid of Caro is a biographical work that delves into the life of Joseph Caro, a prominent codifier of Jewish law in the 16th century. The book focuses on Caro's mystic life, as revealed through his secret diary. Written by Hirsch Loeb Gordon, the book provides a detailed account of Caro's upbringing, his education, and his religious beliefs. It also explores the mystical experiences that shaped Caro's worldview and influenced his legal writings. Through his diary, readers gain insight into Caro's personal struggles, his relationships with other prominent Jewish figures of his time, and his spiritual journey. The Maggid of Caro is a fascinating exploration of the life of a highly influential figure in Jewish history, and offers a unique perspective on the intersection of mysticism and law in the Jewish tradition.This is a new release of the original 1949 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.