How Long to Read The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim

How Long Does it Take to Read The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 56 minutes to read The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim by Moses Bin Maimonides

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Maimonides's Mishneh Torah is considered by traditionalist Jews even today as one of the chief authoritative codifications of Jewish law and ethics. It is exceptional for its logical construction, concise and clear expression and extraordinary learning, so that it became a standard against which other later codifications were often measured. It is still closely studied in rabbinic yeshivot (academies). A popular medieval saying that also served as his epitaph states, From Mosheh (of the Torah) to Mosheh (Maimonides) there was none like Mosheh. It chiefly referred to his rabbinic writings. But Maimonides was also one of the most influential figures in medieval Jewish philosophy. His brilliant adaptation of Aristotelian thought to Biblical faith deeply impressed later Jewish thinkers, and had an unexpected immediate historical impact. Some more acculturated Jews in the century that followed his death, particularly in Spain, sought to apply Maimonides's Aristotelianism in ways that undercut traditionalist belief and observance, giving rise to an intellectual controversy in Spanish and southern French Jewish circles. The intensity of debate spurred Catholic Church interventions against "heresy" and even a general confiscation of rabbinic texts. In reaction, the more radical interpretations of Maimonides were defeated, and at least amongst Ashkenazi Jews, there was a tendency to ignore his specifically philosophical writings and to stress instead the rabbinic and halakhic writings. These writings often included considerable philosophical chapters or discussions in support of halakhic observance; David Hartman observes that Maimonides clearly expressed "the traditional support for a philosophical understanding of God both in the Aggadah of Talmud and in the behavior of the hasid [the pious Jew]." Maimonidean thought continues to influence traditionally observant Jews.

How long is The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim?

The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim by Moses Bin Maimonides is 174 pages long, and a total of 44,196 words.

This makes it 59% the length of the average book. It also has 54% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 1 minute to read The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim aloud.

What Reading Level is The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim?

The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim?

The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim by Moses Bin Maimonides is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy The Eight Chapters of Maimonides on Ethics - Shemonah Perakim by Moses Bin Maimonides on Amazon click the button below.