The Jewish Factor In Medieval Thought

By Charles Singer

Book Overview

""The Jewish Factor In Medieval Thought"" by Charles Singer is a comprehensive study of the influence of Jewish ideas and practices on medieval thought. The book explores the ways in which Jewish thinkers and their works impacted the development of Christian theology and philosophy during the Middle Ages. Singer examines the works of Jewish scholars such as Maimonides and Judah Halevi, and their impact on Christian thinkers such as Thomas Aquinas and Albertus Magnus. He also discusses the influence of Jewish mysticism on Christian mysticism and the role of Jews in the development of science and medicine during the medieval period. The book provides a detailed analysis of the complex relationship between Jews and Christians during this period, and how their interactions shaped the intellectual and cultural landscape of medieval Europe. Overall, ""The Jewish Factor In Medieval Thought"" offers a fascinating and insightful exploration of the intersection of Jewish and Christian ideas during a pivotal period in Western history.THIS 134 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Legacy of Israel, by Charles Singer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766140202.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162911255
• ISBN13: 9781162911250
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"