THE GUIDE FOR THE PERPLEXED
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THE GUIDE FOR THE PERPLEXED, SECOND EDITION
BY MOSES MAIMONIDES TRANSLATED FROM THE ORIGINAL ARABIC TEXT BY M. FRIEDLÄNDER, Ph.D
"The Guide for the Perplexed" is a philosophical and theological work written by the medieval Jewish philosopher Moses Maimonides. In this book, Maimonides aims to reconcile Judaism with Aristotelian philosophy and other contemporary intellectual trends, particularly addressing the tensions between religion and reason. He discusses various theological concepts, including the nature of God, prophecy, and the meaning of religious laws. Maimonides emphasizes the importance of interpreting religious texts allegorically and encourages readers to seek knowledge through both revelation and rational inquiry. The guide is structured as a series of letters to a student, offering guidance and clarification on complex theological matters. Overall, it's a profound attempt to harmonize faith and intellect for the perplexed reader.
