Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon, commonly known as Maimonides, was a prominent Jewish philosopher, theologian, and physician born in 1135 in Córdoba, 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 religion and philosophy. Maimonides' influence extends beyond Jewish thought; he integrated Aristotelian philosophy with Jewish theology, making complex ideas accessible. His writings have shaped Jewish scholarship and continue to be studied for their insights into faith, reason, and morality, establishing him as a key figure in both Jewish and philosophical traditions.