Maimonides
Maimonides
Maimonides (pronunciation: my-MON-i-deez), also known as Moses ben Maimon or by the acronym Rambam, was a preeminent medieval Jewish philosopher and one of the most prolific and influential Torah scholars of the Middle Ages. He was born in Córdoba, Spain on Passover Eve, 1138, and died in Egypt on December 12, 1204. He was a rabbi, physician, and philosopher in Morocco and Egypt.
Etymology
The name Maimonides was derived from the Greek form of Moses, son of Maimon. In Hebrew, he is referred to by the acronym of Rabbi Moses ben Maimon (Rambam).
Medical Contributions
Maimonides wrote extensively on Judaism and medicine. His works in the field of medicine include medical texts such as "The Book of Diet and Regimen," "The Treatise on Asthma," and "The Treatise on Hemorrhoids." His medical works were ahead of their time and he is considered a pioneer in fields such as neurology and psychiatry.
Related Terms
- Rabbi: A Jewish scholar or teacher, especially one who studies or teaches Jewish law.
- Torah: The law of God as revealed to Moses and recorded in the first five books of the Hebrew scriptures.
- Philosopher: A person engaged or learned in philosophy, especially as an academic discipline.
- Physician: A person qualified to practice medicine, particularly one who specializes in diagnosis and medical treatment as distinct from surgery.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Maimonides
- Wikipedia's article - Maimonides
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