Maimonides Torah and Philosophic Quest
Maimonides Torah and Philosophic Quest by David Hartman, published by U of Nebraska Press on November 16, 2009, is an expanded edition that spans 323 pages. This book explores the dual legacy of Moses Maimonides, a 12th-century rabbi, scholar, physician, and philosopher, known for his significant contributions to Judaism through his works, Mishneh Torah and Guide to the Perplexed. Hartman examines how these texts reflect Maimonides’ complex identity, emphasizing the interplay between adherence to Jewish law and philosophical inquiry.
In this edition, readers will find a nuanced discussion that challenges the tendency to view Maimonides’ contributions in isolation. Hartman argues for a comprehensive understanding of Judaism that incorporates both the halakhic and philosophical dimensions of Maimonides’ thought. The new postscript adds further insights into Hartman’s interpretation of Maimonides and his vision of Judaism, making this work relevant for those interested in religion, philosophy, and the historical context of Jewish thought.
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A 12th-century rabbi, scholar, physician, and philosopher, Moses Maimonides is best known for his two great works on Judaism: Mishneh Torah and Guide to the Perplexed. They have often been viewed by scholars as having different audiences and different messages, together reflecting the two sides of the author himself: Maimonides the halakhist, who focused on piety through obedience to Jewish law; and Maimonides the philosopher, who advocated closeness with God through reflection and knowledge of nature. David Hartman argues that while many scholars look at one aspect of Maimonides to the exclusion or dismissal of the other, the way to really understand him is to see both adherence to the law and philosophical pursuits as two essential aspects of Judaism. This expanded edition contains a new postscript by Hartman that sheds new light on his argument and indeed on Judaism as Maimonides interpreted it.
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