Some theological and political reflections.
The Jewish state has fulfilled many of his aspirations for the messianic era.
Making sense of Maimonides’ contradictions.
The great scientist used talmudic phrases in one manuscript.
At the very least, one should learn some humility.
A new exhibit displays the physical legacy of the great sage’s work.
A new study of Jewish law in the medieval Muslim world argues that he did.
Via Cairo, Aleppo, and Oxford.
No kabbalist, but someone who yearned for mystical union with the Divine.
Judaism and the “last of the magicians.”
To coincide with the Jews’ readmission to Spain.
“The most systematic, comprehensive commentary on Maimonides’ code ever produced.”
Eliyahu Dessler, mussar, Aristotle, and the death of virtue.
A false messiah and an enduring legacy.