Reading Maimonides' Mishneh Torah

by David Gillis

Book Overview

In this highly original study, David Gillis demonstrates that the Mishneh torah, Maimonides' code of Jewish law, has the structure of a microcosm. Through this symbolic form, Maimonides presents the law as designed to perfect the individual and society by shaping them in the image of the divinely created cosmic order. The commandments of the law thereby bring human beings closer to fulfilling their ultimate purpose, knowledge of God. This symbolism...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1802070338
• ISBN13: 9781802070330
• Release Date: June 2023
• Publisher: Littman Library of Jewish Civilization
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.9" x 8.8"