Moritz Steinschneider. The Hebrew Translations of the Middle Ages and the Jews as Transmitters: Vol I. Preface. General Remarks. Jewish Philosophers
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Religion & Spirituality
History
Philosophy
Format
Kindle
Sidor
262
Språk
Holländska, Flamländska
Publicerad
Jan 1, 2014
Förlag
Springer
Utgåva
2013
ISBN-10
9400773145
ISBN-13
9789400773141
Beskrivning
Charles H. Manekin explores the pivotal role Jewish translators played during the Middle Ages, particularly focusing on figures who wrote in Arabic, such as Moses Maimonides and Judah Halevi. The work shines a light on how these authors facilitated the flow of knowledge between cultures, acting as critical conduits in the transmission of philosophical, scientific, and religious texts.
Through detailed analysis and contextualization, Manekin examines the impact of Hebrew translations during this dynamic period. He situates these translators within a broader historical framework, highlighting their contributions not just to Jewish thought, but to the intellectual heritage of Europe and the Islamic world alike.
By emphasizing the intricacies of Jewish philosophy and its interplay with Arabic scholarship, the book invites readers to appreciate the complexity and richness of medieval Jewish intellectual life. It serves as both a tribute to these scholars and a broader commentary on the importance of translation in understanding cultural exchanges throughout history.
Through detailed analysis and contextualization, Manekin examines the impact of Hebrew translations during this dynamic period. He situates these translators within a broader historical framework, highlighting their contributions not just to Jewish thought, but to the intellectual heritage of Europe and the Islamic world alike.
By emphasizing the intricacies of Jewish philosophy and its interplay with Arabic scholarship, the book invites readers to appreciate the complexity and richness of medieval Jewish intellectual life. It serves as both a tribute to these scholars and a broader commentary on the importance of translation in understanding cultural exchanges throughout history.
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