PHIL 3535 - Classical Jewish Thought: The 13 Principles of Faith

3 hours

Maimonides’ Thirteen Principles of Faith has stood the test of time as Judaism’s seminal statement of creed. Yet, this formulation aroused both opposition and debate among the leading Jewish philosophers of the medieval era. Explores these Principles in depth, utilizing the original sources of Maimonides, as well as those of Nahmanides, Saadia Gaon, Halevi and other commentators.

Prerequisite(s): None.