History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps HoP 158 - Born Under a Bad Sign - Freedom and Astrology in Jewish Philosophy
Jan 12, 2014
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Ibn Ezra's Astrological Fate
- Abraham Ibn Ezra was born "under a bad sign" and became a committed astrologer.
- He believed earthly events and nations' fates are steered by the heavenly bodies.
Astrology Challenges Free Will
- Astrology in 12th century Andalusia sparked debate as it challenged human freedom.
- Astrology was integrated with religious and philosophical ideas, influencing Jewish thought.
Ibn Ezra Bridges Jewish Cultures
- Ibn Ezra fled Andalusia due to persecution and introduced Arabic Jewish culture to Europe.
- He wrote Bible commentaries in Hebrew, mixing scientific knowledge with scripture analysis.