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Mentioned in 4 episodes
A Guide to the Perplexed
Dalalat al-Ha'irin
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Maimonides' "Guide for the Perplexed" is a seminal work of medieval philosophy that attempts to reconcile Aristotelian philosophy with Jewish theology.
The book addresses the challenges faced by those struggling to reconcile faith and reason, offering a framework for understanding religious texts allegorically rather than literally.
It explores themes of prophecy, divine attributes, and the nature of reality, providing a sophisticated intellectual defense of religious belief.
Its influence extended far beyond Jewish thought, shaping the intellectual landscape of the Middle Ages and beyond.
The work remains relevant today for its exploration of the complex relationship between faith and reason.
The book addresses the challenges faced by those struggling to reconcile faith and reason, offering a framework for understanding religious texts allegorically rather than literally.
It explores themes of prophecy, divine attributes, and the nature of reality, providing a sophisticated intellectual defense of religious belief.
Its influence extended far beyond Jewish thought, shaping the intellectual landscape of the Middle Ages and beyond.
The work remains relevant today for its exploration of the complex relationship between faith and reason.
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Mentioned in 4 episodes
Mentioned when discussing the Rambam and divine knowledge.
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Quoted by Ronn Johnson to explain the concept of gradual transition in understanding religious practices.
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Mentioned by Josef Stern when discussing Maimonides' works and their significance in Jewish thought.
Josef Stern, "Maimonides' "Guide of the Perplexed" in Translation: A History from the Thirteenth Century to the Twentieth" (U Chicago Press, 2019)
Mentioned by Naomi Alderman and Rabbi Dr Raphael Zarum as a pivotal figure in unifying faith and reason, influencing medieval philosophy and beyond.
Teachers: Maimonides
