Michael Friedländer

Michael Friedländer was a prominent figure in the field of Judaism, serving as the principal of Jews' College in London. As an accomplished Orientalist, he dedicated his career to the study and translation of significant Jewish texts. His work had a profound impact on the understanding and dissemination of Jewish philosophy, particularly in the English-speaking world.

Friedländer's most notable achievement is his English translation of Maimonides' seminal work, Guide to the Perplexed. This translation remained the most widely accepted and popular version for a considerable period, until the emergence of Shlomo Pines' more recent translation. Nevertheless, Friedländer's translation continues to be in print, a testament to its enduring value and relevance in the study of Jewish thought and philosophy.