Homonym: Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon (Philosopher)
Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon, commonly known as Maimonides, was a prominent Jewish philosopher, theologian, and physician born in 1135 in Cordoba, Spain. He is best known for his works on Jewish law and ethics, particularly the Mishneh Torah, which systematically codifies Jewish law, and the Guide for the Perplexed, which addresses the relationship between philosophy and religion.
Maimonides' influence extends beyond Jewish thought; he also contributed to Islamic philosophy and Christian theology. His rational approach to faith and emphasis on the importance of reason shaped Jewish intellectual tradition and earned him recognition as one of the greatest Jewish scholars in history.