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The Guide of the Perplexed

The Guide of the Perplexed is a comprehensive work that delves into the complexities of Jewish religious thought and philosophy. Written by the medieval philosopher Maimonides, it is a response to the intellectual challenges faced by Jews during his time. The book is divided into three parts, addressing questions about the nature of God, the purpose of the commandments, and the relationship between reason and revelation. more

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Maimonides
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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“A person is disposed to an act of choice by an angel ... in two ways. Sometimes, a man's understanding is enlightened by an angel to know what is good, but it is not instructed as to the reason why ... But sometimes he is instructed by angelic illumination, both that this act is good and as to the reason why it is good.”