Publisher's Synopsis
Duties of the Heart and Introduction and Treatise on the Existence and Unity of God is a book written by Bachya ben Joseph ibn Paquda, a medieval Jewish philosopher and rabbi. The book is divided into two parts. The first part, Duties of the Heart, is a guide to ethical and spiritual behavior, outlining the internal obligations of a person towards God and others. It emphasizes the importance of intention, sincerity, and humility in one's actions and thoughts. The second part, Introduction and Treatise on the Existence and Unity of God, is a philosophical exploration of the nature of God, His existence, and the relationship between God and the world. It discusses the concept of monotheism, the nature of divine attributes, and the problem of evil. The book is considered a classic of Jewish literature and has had a significant influence on Jewish thought and ethics. It is widely studied and revered by scholars and laypeople alike.Text Was Translated From The Arabic Into Hebrew.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
