Moses Maimonides (1905)

Moses Maimonides is a book written by Israel Friedlaender and published in 1905. The book is a biography of the medieval Jewish philosopher, rabbi, and physician, Moses Maimonides. Maimonides is considered one of the most influential Jewish scholars of all time and his works have had a lasting impact on Jewish thought and philosophy.The book begins with a brief overview of Maimonides' life and works, including his most famous work, the Mishneh Torah. Friedlaender then delves into Maimonides' early life, education, and family background, providing insights into the cultural and intellectual milieu of medieval Jewish society.The book explores Maimonides' philosophical and religious views, including his ideas on the nature of God, the soul, and the afterlife. Friedlaender also discusses Maimonides' medical writings and his role as a physician in the court of the Sultan of Egypt.Throughout the book, Friedlaender provides historical context and analysis of Maimonides' ideas, drawing on a wide range of sources including Maimonides' own writings, as well as contemporary Jewish and Islamic texts.Overall, Moses Maimonides is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most important figures in Jewish intellectual history. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and thought of a man whose ideas continue to shape Jewish philosophy and theology to this day.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.