Studies in Maimonides

The Life, Work and Legacy of Rambam

A survey of the life, work and legacy of one of the most influential figures in Jewish history, Rabbi Moses Maimonides (1135–1204).

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Studies in Maimonides: Lesson 1

This seven-part series on the works of Maimonides begins with a brief overview of his life.

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Studies in Maimonides: Lesson 2

Maimonides' early writings, including his Commentary on the Mishnah and his Sefer HaMitzvot.

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Studies in Maimonides: Lesson 3

A perspective for understanding the sheer magnitude of Maimonides' accomplishments in codifying the entire body of Jewish law.

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Studies in Maimonides: Lesson 4

A description of the style and format Maimonides chose for composing his magnum opus, the complete codex of Jewish law known as Mishneh Torah.

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Studies in Maimonides: Lesson 5

An overview of Maimonides' major theological treatise, its objectives, its structure and its historical context.

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Studies in Maimonides: Lesson 6

A critical examination of Maimonides' famed idealization of reason and intellect as a theme throughout his works.

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Studies in Maimonides: Lesson 7

Maimonides' response to the contemporary criticism, and even fierce opposition, to his works.