universe, while according to Maimonides (1138–1204), the relationship between God and the universe is analogous to the relationship between the intellect and the human being. See also Notes References Bibliography General overviews The following works contain general overviews of the microcosm–macrocosm analogy: Other sources cited Natural philosophy Metaphysics of religion Esoteric cosmology Hermeticism Stoicism Paracelsus Philosophical analogies Jewish philosophy