This book introduces students and interested readers to two thousand years of Jewish philosophy, from its earliest inception to the current era. Fourteen chapters cover major figures in the medieval, modern and contemporary periods, as well as important themes and topics that have been part of Jewish thought for centuries. Questions and topics covered include:

What is Jewish philosophy?
At what point does the introduction of secular knowledge dilute, destroy, or strengthen the basic teachings found in Jewish sources?
Is it possible to harmonize the domains of science and religion?
How can philosophy be married to a particular religious tradition?

Containing a comprehensive list of authors, as well as suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter, Jewish Philosophy: The Basics offers an excellent starting point for anyone seeking an engaging and accessible introduction to the rich content of Jewish philosophy.

Key Features and Benefits

Covers traditional topics in Jewish philosophy, with an emphasis on philosophers’ struggles to reconcile faith and reason. These topics include the existence and nature of God, prophecy, miracles and divine providence, the problem of evil, nationalism, Jewish mysticism, and the status of women
Clearly explains the important contributions from historical and contemporary thinkers, like Judah Halevi, Moses Maimonides, Baruch Spinoza, Moses Mendelssohn, Martin Buber Joseph Soloveitchik and many others
Emphasizes the interactions with the secular intellectual world upon Jewish philosophy, ranging from the rediscovery of Aristotle in the medieval world, to the rise of modern science, as well as the importance of modern thinkers including Descartes, Kant, Hegel, Heidegger and others.
Provides an overview of contemporary issues in Jewish philosophy, including Zionism and the status of women in Judaism.

About the Author

T.M. Rudavsky is Professor of Philosophy (emerita) at The Ohio State University, USA. Recent publications include the Cambridge History of Jewish Philosophy (co-edited with S. Nadler, 2009), Maimonides (2010), and Jewish Philosophy in the Middle Ages: Science, Rationalism and Religion (2018).

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