The Mishneh Torah is a comprehensive code of Jewish law written by the medieval scholar Maimonides in the 12th century. It organizes and clarifies the vast body of Jewish legal texts, making them accessible to scholars and laypeople alike. The work is divided into 14 books, covering various aspects of Jewish life, including ethics, rituals, and civil law. Maimonides aimed to create a clear and systematic guide to Jewish law, eliminating confusion and contradictions found in earlier texts. The Mishneh Torah has had a significant influence on Jewish legal thought and is still studied and referenced in contemporary Jewish scholarship.