In the following excerpt, Adlerblum examines what little is known of Gersonides's life; explains his interest in astronomy, philosophy, and metaphysics; analyzes his writing style; summarizes the arguments of his opponents; and attempts to describe the historical setting in which his work was created.

In the following excerpt, Bleich compares Gersonides's writings on providence with those of Maimonides.

In the following essay, Kellner compares Gersonides's understanding of the nature of the prophecies of Moses with Maimonides's interpretation of them.

In the following excerpt, Kellner contends that Gersonides addressed his biblical commentaries to amateurs in philosophy and notes that, since the so-called secrets of the Torah had already been revealed, he had no reason to avoid discussing them in his works.

In the following essay, Feldman analyzes Gersonides's ideas regarding time, motion, and the creation of the universe.

In the following essay, Rudavsky explains Gersonides's approach to problems involving infinite divisibility and the continuum.

In the following essay, Feldman analyzes Gersonides's argument against the ex nihilo doctrine of creation and his defense of the idea of the incorruptibility of the universe.

In the following essay, Manekin explains Gersonides's views on logic, particularly those ideas which run counter to Aristotle's understanding of the subject.

In the following excerpt, Eisen analyzes Gersonides's arguments concerning providence and his thoughts about whether the covenant between God and the Jewish people is conditional or unconditional.

In the following essay, Rudavsky explores the nature of individuals and of prime matter as posited by Gersonides and his contemporary Johns Duns Scotus.

In the following essay, Funkenstein contends that Gersonides's undramatic style properly reflects his scholastic, logical nature.

In the following excerpt, Feldman summarizes the literary history of The Wars of the Lord and defends Gersonides's monotonous style by explaining that he sought clarity, not literary flourish.