“It is possible that the meaning of wisdom in Hebrew indicates aptitude for stratagems and the application of thought in such a way that the stratagems and ruses may be used in achieving either rational or moral virtues, or in achieving skill in a practical art, or in working evil and wickedness.”
This reader includes a selection of Maimonides' writings, covering a range of topics including ethics, law, and metaphysics, providing a comprehensive overview of his intellectual contributions and their enduring influence on Jewish thought and beyond. more
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
“Man's obsession to add to his wealth and honor is the chief source of his misery.”