Maimonides: His Wisdom For Our Time [Hardcover] Gilbert Rosenthal

Description

1969 edition. Hardcover and dust jacket has some normal shelf wear. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This vintage hardcover offers a thought-provoking exploration of the enduring wisdom of Maimonides, one of the most influential Jewish philosophers and scholars of the Middle Ages. Written by Gilbert Rosenthal, a respected scholar of Jewish thought, this 1969 edition delves into the life and teachings of Maimonides, whose works spanned topics from Jewish law and ethics to medicine and philosophy. Maimonides’ seminal work, the Mishneh Torah, aimed to codify and systematize the entire Jewish oral law, while his Guide for the Perplexed grappled with reconciling Aristotelian philosophy with Jewish theology. Rosenthal’s insightful analysis brings Maimonides’ profound ideas into conversation with modern times, making this a valuable addition to any collection focused on Jewish intellectual history, medieval philosophy, or the rich legacy of Sephardic Judaism. Despite some expected wear, this well-preserved copy invites readers to engage with a towering figure whose impact continues to resonate across religious and philosophical traditions.