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How rational inquiry reshaped Jewish faith and secured tradition in exile
This thoughtful study explores Maimonides’ bold claim that Judaism is secure because it is grounded in reason. It traces the long struggle between religious belief and philosophical inquiry, showing how rational thought transformed religious life in the medieval world and beyond. The book weighs the costs and benefits of placing reason at the center of faith, and it asks how tradition can endure when ideas change.
The author situates Maimonides within a wider history, revealing how the shift from a written-law focus to a philosophy-informed approach reshaped Jewish thought. It examines the tension between safeguarding tradition and embracing rational explanation, and it considers what this means for faith in exile and for modern readers seeking to understand the roots of rational religion.
- Exposes the clash between religious emotion and philosophical method in a key historical thinker.
- Explains how rational argument was used to defend, redefine, or challenge core beliefs.
- Explores the role of language and national sentiment in shaping intellectual work.
- Offers a lens on how ancient ideas influence contemporary Jewish thought.
Ideal for readers of philosophy of religion, Jewish history, and modern religious thought, who want a clear account of how reason rose to prominence in a traditional faith.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a dazzling portrayal of the influential philosopher Maimonides and his groundbreaking 12th-century ideas that transformed Jewish ethics. In it, the author explores Maimonides' radical view that reason should reign supreme over faith, arguing that the ultimate goal of human existence is not religious observance, but rather the pursuit of knowledge and intellectual perfection. The author provides an in-depth examination of Maimonides' philosophical system, meticulously tracing its roots in Aristotelian thought and illuminating its profound implications for Jewish morality. They skillfully untangle Maimonides' complex ideas, explaining how they reshaped the understanding of good and evil, virtue and vice, and the purpose of human society. Through this exploration, the book sheds light on the enduring legacy of Maimonides' thought, demonstrating how it continues to challenge and inspire ethical and religious discourse today. In the author's view, Maimonides' emphasis on the primacy of reason and pursuit of knowledge remains a powerful force, urging us to question, explore, and strive for a deeper understanding of the world around us. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330772775_0
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