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Maimonides as Mediterranean Thinker
- Maimonides exemplifies the Mediterranean thinker engaging multiple cultures simultaneously.
- He fused Jewish thought with Arabic language and Islamic philosophy, reflecting a diverse intellectual environment.
Almohad Regime's Harsh Policy
- The Almohad conquest demanded Jews and Christians convert to Islam or leave.
- This revoked protections traditionally afforded to religious minorities under Islam.
Maimonides' Strict Monotheism
- Maimonides embraced the Almohad strict monotheism, rejecting anthropomorphic views of God.
- He made this rejection an article of faith, reflecting deep Almohad theological influence.