ISBN: 9781332403936 - judah messer leon's commentary on the vetus a study based (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the impact of Averroes, an influential Arabic philosopher from the 12th century, on Jewish philosophers like Judah Messer Leon, who lived two centuries later. The book undertakes a close reading of Leon's commentary on three of Aristotle's logical works, providing an in-depth analysis of his method and ideas. It explores the fascinating medieval debate on the nature of universals and how philosophers like Leon wrestled with the question of whether concepts like 'humanity' exist independently of humans themselves. The book reveals how Jewish thinkers engaged with and shaped the philosophical currents of their time, offering valuable insights into the rich intellectual tapestry of the Middle Ages. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…