Why Read Maimonides Today?
Abstract
When Socrates finally has the opportunity to present his defense ( apologia ) to the Athenian jury, he takes an unusual strategy. Rather than asking for forgiveness and throwing himself on the mercy of his judges – “You would have liked to hear me weep and wail,” he tells them – or appealing to their emotions by having his wife and children come before the court to plea for his life, he simply describes his mission in life.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Medieval and Classical Philosophy
Classical Philosophy and Thought
Biblical Studies and Interpretation
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Cambridge University Press eBooks
- Pages
- 120–130
- Publication date
- 31 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter