According to the Rambam, what is the "foundation of all foundations"?
The Rambam opens with: "The foundation of all foundations and the pillar of wisdom is to know that there is a Primary Being who brought into being all existence."
Question 2
What does the Rambam say about physical descriptions of God in the Torah?
In Halachot 9 and 12, the Rambam explains all physical descriptions are metaphorical: "The Torah speaks in the language of man."
Question 3
How does the Rambam describe God's "oneness"?
In Halacha 7: God's unity "surpasses any unity found in the world." Not one as species, body, or number — absolutely unique.
Question 4
What is the difference between God's existence and everything else's existence?
The Rambam teaches that God is the only "necessary being" — He cannot not exist. Everything else could theoretically not exist and depends on God for its existence.
Question 5
What did Moshe want when he asked "Show me Your glory"?
The Rambam explains Moshe wanted to understand God's essence as clearly as recognizing someone's face in a crowd. God showed him more than any prophet ever knew, but full comprehension remains impossible.