A History of Mediaeval Jewish Philosophy by Isaac Husik

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Author Husik, Isaac, 1876-1939
Title A History of Mediaeval Jewish Philosophy
Note Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "A History of Mediaeval Jewish Philosophy" by Isaac Husik is a scholarly work written in the early 20th century. This publication serves as a comprehensive examination of Jewish rationalistic thought during the Middle Ages, addressing the contributions of various philosophers to the development of Judaism as both a religion and a philosophical system. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of the intellectual landscape of medieval Jewish philosophy, emphasizing the need for an English-language account that details this influential period. Husik expresses the lack of accessible resources on the subject and highlights the works and influences of key thinkers, such as Saadia and Maimonides, while outlining the philosophical conflicts between revelation and reason. His intent is to provide a balanced narrative that appeals to both experts and general readers interested in understanding the synthesis of Jewish thought during a pivotal era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Philosophy, Jewish
Subject Philosophy, Medieval
Category Text
EBook-No. 27821
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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