maimonist

/ˈmeɪmɒnɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A follower of the teachings of the 13th-century Rabbi Moses ben Maimon, also known as Maimonides, especially one who holds that the study of philosophy and science is a necessary part of a complete Jewish education.

“The university’s rabbinic faculty was made up of several maimonists who emphasized the importance of combining Jewish study with secular knowledge.”

Synonyms

  • Maimonidean
  • rationalist

Antonyms

  • orthodox