“Know that the difficulties which lead to confusion in the question what is the purpose of the Universe or of any of its parts, arise from two causes: first, man has an erroneous idea of himself, and believes that the whole world exists only for his sake; secondly, he is ignorant both about the nature of the sublunary world, and about the Creator's intention to give existence to all beings whose existence is possible, because existence is undoubtedly good.”
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The Guide for the Perplexed
The Guide for the Perplexed is a comprehensive work that delves into the complexities of Jewish law and philosophy. Written by the medieval philosopher Moses Maimonides, it is a synthesis of Jewish thought and an attempt to reconcile religious beliefs with reason. The book is divided into three parts, each addressing different aspects of Jewish law and philosophy, and is known for its depth and intellectual rigor. more
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Maimonides
Maimonides, born on March 30, 1135 and died on December 12, 1204, was a Jewish philosopher, physician, and legal scholar. He is renowned for his contributions to philosophy, medicine, and Jewish law. more
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