maimonidean philosophyWe're still mapping where this idea was first discussed. Key passages and related ideas below.
Ta'amei HaMitzvot per Moreh III
Rambam's rationalist program in Moreh III:25-50 of explaining mitzvot as inculcating true beliefs and good character.
Rambam's rationalist program in Moreh III:25-50 of explaining mitzvot as inculcating true beliefs and good character.
Key passages(3)
Mishneh Torah, Foundations of the Torah :: taamei-hamitzvot-rambam :: I:1-4↗curated_attribution
Mishneh Torah, Foundations of the Torah · Moses ben Maimon (Rambam) · 1176 CE
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Curated Attribution (metadata) :: taamei-hamitzvot-rambam :: III:25-26↗curated_attribution
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Curated Attribution (metadata) :: taamei-hamitzvot-rambam :: III:25-50↗curated_attribution
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