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Moses Maimonides' Mishneh Torah showcases significant pragmatic revisions to Jewish law, highlighting the adaptability of halakha in the late twelfth century. Mark R. Cohen examines how Maimonides' legal code reflects the interplay between tradition and contemporary realities, emphasizing the influence of merchants and economic practices on legal interpretations. This exploration provides insights into the evolution of Jewish law and its relevance to societal changes during Maimonides' time.
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Maimonides and the Merchants, Mark R. Cohen
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- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- Maimonides and the Merchants
- Subtitle
- Jewish Law and Society in the Medieval Islamic World
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mark R. Cohen
- Publisher
- University of Pennsylvania Press
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 248
- ISBN13
- 9780812249149
- Category
- Esotericism and Religion, Judaica
- Description
- Moses Maimonides' Mishneh Torah showcases significant pragmatic revisions to Jewish law, highlighting the adaptability of halakha in the late twelfth century. Mark R. Cohen examines how Maimonides' legal code reflects the interplay between tradition and contemporary realities, emphasizing the influence of merchants and economic practices on legal interpretations. This exploration provides insights into the evolution of Jewish law and its relevance to societal changes during Maimonides' time.