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The Reasons Of The Laws Of Moses; From The More Nevochim Of Maimonides

The Reasons Of The Laws Of Moses; From The More Nevochim Of Maimonides

Maimonides, Moses
Townley, James

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ISBN10: 116324757X
ISBN13: 9781163247570
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 444
Weight: 1.30
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Reasons of the Laws of Moses is a book written by Moses Maimonides, a Jewish philosopher and scholar from the medieval period. The book is based on his earlier work, Moreh Nevukhim (The Guide for the Perplexed), and focuses on the reasons behind the laws and commandments found in the Torah, the sacred text of Judaism.Maimonides believed that the laws of the Torah were not arbitrary, but were based on rational principles that could be understood by human reason. He sought to explain the underlying reasons for each law, drawing on his extensive knowledge of Jewish tradition, philosophy, and science.The book is divided into chapters, each of which deals with a different aspect of the laws of Moses. Maimonides discusses topics such as the nature of God, the purpose of the commandments, the role of sacrifice, and the importance of ethical behavior.Throughout the book, Maimonides emphasizes the importance of understanding the reasons behind the laws, rather than simply following them blindly. He argues that a deeper understanding of the laws can lead to a greater appreciation of God and a more meaningful spiritual life.The Reasons of the Laws of Moses is considered a classic work of Jewish philosophy and has had a profound influence on Jewish thought and scholarship. It remains a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the principles behind Jewish law and tradition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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