maimonides

/ˌmeɪˈmoʊnɪdiːz/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A 12th-century Spanish Jewish philosopher, physician, and Torah scholar.

“Maimonides’ philosophical works had a profound influence on Jewish thought.”

2. noun

A school or system of thought based on the teachings of Maimonides.

“The rabbi was part of a maimonidean school of thought.”

Synonyms

  • jewish
  • rabbinic