Dr. Michael Rosenthal

Professor

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Biography

Michael Rosenthal is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy and the Anne Tanenbaum Centre for Jewish Studies at the University of Toronto, where he holds the Grafstein Chair in Jewish Philosophy. His academic work focuses on Jewish philosophy, exploring themes such as religious tolerance and the philosophical insights of prominent figures including Spinoza, Maimonides, Moses Mendelssohn, and Hermann Cohen. Through his courses and research, he aims to deepen the understanding of philosophical thought within the context of Jewish tradition and its implications for contemporary issues. Rosenthal's contributions to the fields of Jewish studies, philosophy, and religion have been recognized in various academic settings, where he engages with students and scholars alike in dialogue about the importance of philosophical inquiry in the study of religious traditions.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology