Free Choice in the Responsum of Joseph Albo: The Case of the Katlanit
Joseph Albo’s sole surviving responsum reflects the interplay of philosophy and halakha in the late medieval era. Albo demonstrates innovation as he uses broader theological concepts, such as human free will, to impact his halakhic ruling. The article explores the reasoning behind Albo's ruling...
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2015
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The Jewish quarterly review
Ano: 2015, Volume: 105, Número: 4, Páginas: 440-455 |
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Katlanit
B Halakha B Free Will B Joseph Albo B Jewish Philosophy B Free Choice B Hasdai Crescas B Murderous Wife B Medieval Responsa |
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