Maimonidays

We dive into Chapter 5 and into a discussion of Kiddush haShem and Hillul haShem. What is the concept of martyrdom in Judaism? When is one obligated to allow themselves to be killed instead of violating a command.

We conclude Chapter 4 and with it, the introductory chapters covering the esoteric topics of Ma'aseh Merkavah (Theology) and Ma'aseh Merkavah (Science)

We continue Chapter 4 of Yesodé haTorah with an exploration of the human 'soul', the question of what separates humans from other animals, and the basis for the belief that something of us survives death

We begin to look at Chapter 4 of Yesodé haTorah, focussed on the ancient chemical system of Four Elements

We read Chapter 3 of Yesodé haTorah – in which Rambam explains his conception of the cosmos, his views on astronomy and astrology and more!

In the conclusion of Chapter 2 of Yesodé haTorah – we consider the nature of God, life, consciousness and knowledge – and then receive a warning as to the esoteric danger of such radical ideas.

In our third session we dive into Chapter 2 of Yesodé haTorah – an exploration of what it means to love and fear God, a taxonomy of angelic beings and the introduction of the dichotomy of form and matter.

We continue Chapter 1 of Yesodé haTorah, discussing anthropomorphism and divine attributes, as well as a fascinating exploration of Exodus 33-34

In our first session we cover some background on the Rambam, the Mishné Torah, and dig into the first chapter of Yesodé haTorah (the Fundamentals of the Torah)