A simple Please note when reading of the rules of this translation that while [[Maimonides]]' would indicate that Jews or a is one of the major sources for the Code of Jewish court are obligated in (at the minimum) coercing Noachides to observe their lawsLaw. Such is Jewish law does not the only wayalways his rulings, however, to interpret Maimonides' statementsand in certain case other opinions are accepted as law.
Concerning the Maimonides apparent obligation of Jews to seek (or force) observance of Noachide Laws by Gentiles. A simple reading of the rules of Maimonides' would indicate that Jews or a Jewish court are obligated in (at the minimum) coercing Noachides to observe their laws. Such is not the only way, see however, to interpret Maimonides' statements. See Rabbi Michael J. Broyde in his "The Obligation of Jews to Seek Observance of Noachide[1] Laws by Gentiles: A Theoretical Review" where the conclusion is that such a view is not supported by Jewish Law.<ref>''[http://www.jlaw.com/Articles/noach2.html The Obligation of Jews to Seek Observance of Noahide Laws by Gentiles]'' by Rabbi [[Michael Broyde]]</ref>
Concerning the Maimonides exclusive use of capital punishment for Noahide violations, most rabbinic authorities disagree and hold that it means "punishments up to and including capital punishment"; that a system of fines is meant to be set up; and Noahide courts, not Jewish law, determines determine the structure and severity of Noahide punishmentsin whatever manner best serves justice for their particular country.<ref>[[Capital Punishment in Noahide law]]</ref>
Two important notes must be taken into account when reading this translation. 1) Jewish law does not always follow the Maimonides, and in certain case other opinions are accepted as law. 2) The question as to what constitutes idolatry today, and whether Christianity constitutes idolatry or a lesser form of ''partnership'', is a matter of debate in Jewish law. In any event, Jewish law has never, at any time in our history, suggested that Christians be prosecuted according to these laws.<ref>[[Christianity and Noahide Law]]</ref>
