Maimonides was the most significant Jewish thinker, jurist, and doctor of the Middle Ages. The essays in this volume were written to mark the 800th anniversary of his death in 1204. Written by the leading scholars in the field, they cover all aspects of Maimonides' work and influence.

"A well-organized and engaging read." —Religious Studies Review The first in-depth look at...an important nineteenth century Jewish thinker and historian. Well-written [and] well- researched." —The Jerusalem Post Magazine "A significant contribution to our understanding of the rise of modern Judaism in its East European manifestation." —Choice Harris examines Nachman Krochmal's work, particularly as it aimed to guide Jews through the modern revolution in metaphysical and historical thinking, thus enabling them to commit themselves to Judaism without sacrificing intellectual integrity.