In the most extensive of his works, Rambam summarizes and systematizes the Talmudic tradition and expounds in an accessible form the entire body of Jewish religious legislation — the Halakhah. The essence of holiness, according to Jewish tradition, is the separation of the people of Israel from other nations. The fifth book of the Mishneh Torah, “Holiness,” includes: “Laws on Forbidden Relationships,” “Laws on Forbidden Food,” and “Laws on Slaughtering Livestock,” regulating Jewish contacts with the peoples of the world. For the first time it is published in full in Russian, in an accurate modern translation and with detailed comments.