Maimonides (Rabbi Moses ben Maimon)

Rabbi Moses ben Maimon, known as Maimonides or Rambam, was a medieval Jewish scholar, philosopher, and physician born in 1135 in Spain. He is renowned for his systematic approach to Jewish law, compiling the Mishneh Torah, a comprehensive codification of Jewish legal rulings. Maimonides also made significant contributions to philosophy, exploring the relationship between religion and reason in his work "Guide for the Perplexed." As a physician, he served as a court doctor and made advancements in medicine. His writings continue to influence Jewish thought, philosophy, and ethical practices worldwide.