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Guide for the Perplexed, Part 3

Guide for the Perplexed, Part 3

By: Moses Maimonides
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Dive into The Guide for the Perplexed, Part 3, a profound work by Rabbi Moses ben Maimon, known as Maimonides or the Rambam. Written in Judeo-Arabic for his student Rabbi Joseph ben Judah of Ceuta, this influential text navigates the complexities of biblical interpretation and philosophical thought. Maimonides asserts that a full explanation of the Bibles mystic passages must align with both law and reason, drawing from his deep understanding of Scripture and the wisdom of Sages. He invites readers to engage deeply with the pivotal themes that support the foundations of belief and understanding. Translated by Michael Friedländer, this edition features the striking cover art The Serpent Beguiled Me by cartoonist Robin Bougie.Copyright Early Modern Philosophy Social Sciences Spirituality
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