Maavor Yabok was authored by Aaron Berechiah ben Moses of Modena and published in 1626 in MantuaItaly. Berechiah was among the students of the kabbalist Moshe Cordovero.

This book describes the process of entering the higher world of life as a reflection of the soul's experiences while within the body. It is the primary source document for the Tefila (prayers) that are used by Chevra Kadisha groups and includes customs and rituals pertaining to the sick, dying, and dead, in the light of various kabbalistic texts.