1. a medieval and modern system of Jewish mysticism and magic based on an esoteric interpretation of the Hebrew Scriptures
Usage: often capitalized
2. a secret or occult doctrine or mysterious art
Usage: often lowercase

Examples

• The scholar spent years studying the ancient texts of the Cabbala.
• Medieval Jewish mystics developed elaborate interpretations within the Cabbala.
• The book explored various forms of cabbala and esoteric knowledge.
• Renaissance thinkers were fascinated by the mystical aspects of the Cabbala.
• She dismissed his theories as mere cabbala with no scientific basis.
• The rabbi was well-versed in both traditional Judaism and Cabbalistic teachings.