Maimonides
Jewish philosopher
Sayings by Maimonides
It is fitting for a person to direct his thoughts towards what is good and beautiful and to avoid what is ugly and shameful.
The purpose of the Law is to lead man to the knowledge of God.
The intellect is the ultimate perfection of man.
It is a positive commandment to imitate God in His attributes.
The universe is governed by laws which are fixed and unchangeable.
The true worship of God consists in the contemplation of His essence, and not in the performance of rituals.
The wise man should always strive to acquire knowledge, and to teach it to others.
It is a great mitzvah to visit the sick, to comfort mourners, to bury the dead, and to gladden the bride and groom.
The greatest act of charity is to help a person become self-sufficient.
The essence of God is beyond human comprehension.
There is no intermediary between God and man.
The world is a ladder, and man is at the bottom. He can ascend, or he can descend.
The true meaning of the Law is to establish justice and righteousness in the world.
The human soul is immortal.
It is a positive commandment to fear God.
The wise man should always be modest and humble.
The world is sustained by three things: Torah, divine service, and acts of loving-kindness.
The human being is a microcosm of the universe.
The greatest wisdom is to know oneself.
It is a positive commandment to sanctify God's name.