By the 13th century, Spain was becoming a more uncomfortable place for Jews, partly due to communal structure. Ramban will engage in dampening the flames of controversy both about the Rambam and regarding power and authority. But he will face strong personal attacks in the process.
The Ramban was also a prolific author of sefarim. They range from Halacha to Chumash, Kabbala & Talmud. R’ Shmuli Levison joins us to introduce us to these various works and the distinction between Philosophy & Kabbalah.
Email: giana.elav@gmail.com for the Poland Trip
Chapters
00:00 The Life and Legacy of the Ramban
07:48 Ramban’s Influence on Jewish Thought
21:39 The Maimonidean Controversy
40:48 Ramban’s Approach to Kabbalah and Philosophy
57:25 Ramban’s Writings and Their Impact
