Moses Maimonides was a prominent medieval Jewish philosopher and scholar, also known as Rambam. Some of the synonyms used for Maimonides include Rabbi Moses, Moshe ben Maimon, or simply Maimon. His works greatly influenced Judaism and continue to be studied and revered by scholars and laypersons alike. Among his most famous works are The Guide for the Perplexed and Mishneh Torah. Maimonides' contributions to Jewish theology, law, and philosophy are considered foundational to understanding the history and development of Judaism. His ideas continue to be relevant and studied in contemporary scholarship and religious practice.