Moses ben Maimon, known as Maimonides, was a preeminent medieval Jewish philosopher, Torah scholar, and physician. His work deeply engages with philosophical and religious texts, notably eschewing mysticism and criticizing poetry as pure invention. Despite a life marked by upheaval and exile, Maimonides produced his seminal works with a wanderer's staff in hand. He was not only a profound thinker but also a renowned physician who served royalty.
In this book, Hermann Hedwig Bernard presents an overview of Jewish creed and ethics, drawing on selections from the Yad Hachazakah, a code of Jewish law compiled by Moses Maimonides in the 12th century. Bernard provides commentary on Maimonides' work and offers insights into the principles that have guided Jewish thought and practice throughout history.
Focused on guiding thinkers who grapple with the intersection of philosophy and religion, this work addresses those perplexed by ambiguous religious texts. Written for Joseph, a disciple of Maimonides, it aims to clarify esoteric ideas in the Prophets, explore metaphysical issues, and analyze the principles of Kalām, or Mohammedan Theology. Maimonides responds to his disciple's request for deeper understanding, structuring the treatise to provide comprehensive insights into these complex themes.
Culturally significant, this work offers a faithful reproduction of an original artifact, preserving its historical integrity. It includes original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its importance in the knowledge base of civilization. This edition highlights the value of historical texts and their contributions to understanding cultural heritage.
Zo židovskej arabštiny a hebrejštiny přeložili, k vydaniu pripravili a úvodné štúdie napísali Daniel Boušek a Dita Rukriglová. Publikácia je reprezentatívnym výberom jedenástich listov židovského rabína, lekára a filozofa Mošeho ben Majmūna – Maimonida (1138 Córdoba – 1204 Fustāt). Najviac sú zastúpené texty s nábožensko-právnou tematikou (list o prenasledovaní, list do Jemenu, listy sudcom Jefetovi a Pinhasovi), ďalej kratšie filozofické traktáty (pojednanie o zmŕtvychvstaní, list o rozhodnutí hviezd) a tiež osobná korešpondencia (z listov Josefovi ben Jehudovi a Šmu’elu ibn Tibonovi).
Focusing on Maimonides' significant contributions to Jewish law and philosophy, this volume serves as a companion to his work "On Asthma." It features critical editions of three medieval Hebrew translations, including one by Samuel Benveniste and another by Joshua Shatibi, alongside two Latin translations by Giovanni da Capua and Armengaud Blaise. This scholarly edition highlights the historical context and the evolution of Maimonides' ideas through various translations, concluding with important updates to the first volume.
The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its original content despite potential imperfections like marks and notations. It emphasizes the cultural significance of the text, reflecting a commitment to protecting and promoting literature through high-quality, accessible editions that honor the original work.