Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $30,000
Sold for: $37,500
Including buyer's premium
Manuscript, "proven segulot", cures, and various recommendations. Autograph of R. Chaim Vital. [Turn of the 17th century].
Leaf written on both sides, two columns per page. Over one hundred and eighty lines handwritten by R. Chaim Vital. A section of a composition on segulot and cures authored by R. Chaim Vital.
This leaf contains many records of segulot, cures and recommendations on various matters (such as: "For good memory", "For blood-filled eyes and for any eye ailment", "To be able to see in the night like at day", "To speak to his fellow through body language", "So that a dog should not bark at you", "So that dogs should chase a man", "To send a secret letter through a dove", "So that the woman should give birth to a male or female", "For one who was bitten by a snake or scorpion", "For pestilence or a plague", and more).
The holy kabbalist R. Chaim Vital (Maharchu) was the foremost disciple and transmitter of the teachings of the holy Arizal. He was born in 1542 in Safed, which was at the time the spiritual center for eminent and G-d fearing Torah scholars. R. Yosef Karo, author of Shulchan Aruch, led the Torah scholars of the city at that time, including the Ramak, R. Shlomo Alkabetz (author of Lecha Dodi), the Mabit, R. Moshe Alshech and others. R. Chaim Vital studied Torah from R. Moshe Alshech, leading disciple of the Beit Yosef. In his book Sefer HaChezyonot, R. Chaim Vital mentions his studies under the Alshech in 1557 (at the age of 14), and relates that R. Yosef Karo instructed his teacher R. Moshe Alshech that year, in the name of the angel who spoke to him, to be very conscientious to teach him with all his might. R. Moshe Alshech also ordained R. Chaim with the authority of the semicha he himself received from R. Yosef Karo. Concurrently, R. Chaim Vital began studying Kabbalah in the study hall of R. Moshe Cordovero, the Ramak. In 1570, R. Yitzchak Luria, the Arizal, moved from Egypt to Eretz Israel and settled in Safed. That year, the Ramak died and the Arizal succeeded him. The Arizal's eminence was recognized in Safed and R. Chaim Vital became his closest disciple and the supreme authority on the Arizal's kabbalistic teachings. For two years, R. Chaim Vital sat before the Arizal and recorded every word his teacher uttered.
The writings of R. Chaim Vital are the fundaments of the Arizal's teachings which were disseminated in later generations. The Chida relates (Shem HaGedolim, R. Chaim Vital) that R. Chaim Vital did not permit anyone to copy these writings, however once, while he was seriously ill, the kabbalists bribed his household members to give them 600 leaves of his writings, which they had copied in three days by "100 scribes". After the passing of the Arizal, R. Chaim Vital moved to Egypt. He then returned to Eretz Israel and resided for a while in Jerusalem, later moving to Damascus where he passed away in 1620. He recorded the primary teachings of the Ari in his composition Etz Chaim and in Shemona She'arim which his son R. Shmuel Vital arranged following his instructions. Although the Arizal authorized only R. Chaim Vital to write and explain his teachings, compositions written by his other disciples exist as well. The leading kabbalists of subsequent generations constantly stressed that R. Chaim Vital is the supreme authority for explaining the Ari's teachings and warned not to rely on the writings of any other disciple. R. Chaim Vital himself writes in the preface to his book Etz Chaim: "Know that from the day my teacher began to reveal this wisdom, I did not leave him even for a moment. And any writings you may find in his name, which differ from that which I have written in this book, is a definite error since they did not comprehend his words…". R. Chaim Vital attempted to limit spreading the Arizal's teachings and instructed to bury many of his writings on the Arizal's teachings in his grave. Only after his passing did his writings become publicized in various forms and editions. The scholars of his times performed a "dream question", consequently removing many leaves from his grave, which served as a basis for other compositions on the Arizal's teachings (see Kabbalat HaAri by R. Yosef Avivi). The books he wrote of the Arizal's teachings include: Etz Chaim, Shemona She'arim, Otzrot Chaim, Adam Yashar, Derech Etz Chaim, Pri Etz Chaim, Shaarei Kedusha, and other.
This book of cures by R. Chaim Vital is known by several titles: Sefer HaPe'ulot, Taalumot Chochma, Sefer Kabbalah Maasit, Sefer HaRefuot, Refuot U'Segulot. This composition was not printed together with the rest of his writings. Over the years, only a few sections were printed in books of segulot and cures. Recently, it has been printed in full (Sefer HaPe'ulot, Modiin Illit, 2010).
The Chida described the preeminence and holiness of R. Chaim Vital "his soul was very exceptional, and cleaner than that of all other people in his times". It is known that he foresaw many events with his divine spirit. He documented his amazing visions in his diary, which was partially printed under the name Shivchei R. Chaim Vital and was recently published in full in the book Sefer HaChezyonot.
[1] leaf (2 pages filled with writing). 19.5 cm. Good condition. Stains and wear. New, elaborate and ornamented leather binding.
Leaf written on both sides, two columns per page. Over one hundred and eighty lines handwritten by R. Chaim Vital. A section of a composition on segulot and cures authored by R. Chaim Vital.
This leaf contains many records of segulot, cures and recommendations on various matters (such as: "For good memory", "For blood-filled eyes and for any eye ailment", "To be able to see in the night like at day", "To speak to his fellow through body language", "So that a dog should not bark at you", "So that dogs should chase a man", "To send a secret letter through a dove", "So that the woman should give birth to a male or female", "For one who was bitten by a snake or scorpion", "For pestilence or a plague", and more).
The holy kabbalist R. Chaim Vital (Maharchu) was the foremost disciple and transmitter of the teachings of the holy Arizal. He was born in 1542 in Safed, which was at the time the spiritual center for eminent and G-d fearing Torah scholars. R. Yosef Karo, author of Shulchan Aruch, led the Torah scholars of the city at that time, including the Ramak, R. Shlomo Alkabetz (author of Lecha Dodi), the Mabit, R. Moshe Alshech and others. R. Chaim Vital studied Torah from R. Moshe Alshech, leading disciple of the Beit Yosef. In his book Sefer HaChezyonot, R. Chaim Vital mentions his studies under the Alshech in 1557 (at the age of 14), and relates that R. Yosef Karo instructed his teacher R. Moshe Alshech that year, in the name of the angel who spoke to him, to be very conscientious to teach him with all his might. R. Moshe Alshech also ordained R. Chaim with the authority of the semicha he himself received from R. Yosef Karo. Concurrently, R. Chaim Vital began studying Kabbalah in the study hall of R. Moshe Cordovero, the Ramak. In 1570, R. Yitzchak Luria, the Arizal, moved from Egypt to Eretz Israel and settled in Safed. That year, the Ramak died and the Arizal succeeded him. The Arizal's eminence was recognized in Safed and R. Chaim Vital became his closest disciple and the supreme authority on the Arizal's kabbalistic teachings. For two years, R. Chaim Vital sat before the Arizal and recorded every word his teacher uttered.
The writings of R. Chaim Vital are the fundaments of the Arizal's teachings which were disseminated in later generations. The Chida relates (Shem HaGedolim, R. Chaim Vital) that R. Chaim Vital did not permit anyone to copy these writings, however once, while he was seriously ill, the kabbalists bribed his household members to give them 600 leaves of his writings, which they had copied in three days by "100 scribes". After the passing of the Arizal, R. Chaim Vital moved to Egypt. He then returned to Eretz Israel and resided for a while in Jerusalem, later moving to Damascus where he passed away in 1620. He recorded the primary teachings of the Ari in his composition Etz Chaim and in Shemona She'arim which his son R. Shmuel Vital arranged following his instructions. Although the Arizal authorized only R. Chaim Vital to write and explain his teachings, compositions written by his other disciples exist as well. The leading kabbalists of subsequent generations constantly stressed that R. Chaim Vital is the supreme authority for explaining the Ari's teachings and warned not to rely on the writings of any other disciple. R. Chaim Vital himself writes in the preface to his book Etz Chaim: "Know that from the day my teacher began to reveal this wisdom, I did not leave him even for a moment. And any writings you may find in his name, which differ from that which I have written in this book, is a definite error since they did not comprehend his words…". R. Chaim Vital attempted to limit spreading the Arizal's teachings and instructed to bury many of his writings on the Arizal's teachings in his grave. Only after his passing did his writings become publicized in various forms and editions. The scholars of his times performed a "dream question", consequently removing many leaves from his grave, which served as a basis for other compositions on the Arizal's teachings (see Kabbalat HaAri by R. Yosef Avivi). The books he wrote of the Arizal's teachings include: Etz Chaim, Shemona She'arim, Otzrot Chaim, Adam Yashar, Derech Etz Chaim, Pri Etz Chaim, Shaarei Kedusha, and other.
This book of cures by R. Chaim Vital is known by several titles: Sefer HaPe'ulot, Taalumot Chochma, Sefer Kabbalah Maasit, Sefer HaRefuot, Refuot U'Segulot. This composition was not printed together with the rest of his writings. Over the years, only a few sections were printed in books of segulot and cures. Recently, it has been printed in full (Sefer HaPe'ulot, Modiin Illit, 2010).
The Chida described the preeminence and holiness of R. Chaim Vital "his soul was very exceptional, and cleaner than that of all other people in his times". It is known that he foresaw many events with his divine spirit. He documented his amazing visions in his diary, which was partially printed under the name Shivchei R. Chaim Vital and was recently published in full in the book Sefer HaChezyonot.
[1] leaf (2 pages filled with writing). 19.5 cm. Good condition. Stains and wear. New, elaborate and ornamented leather binding.
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![Manuscript, Kol BeRama, commentary to Idra Rabba in the Zohar, by the kabbalist R. Yaakov Tzemach. [Europe, ca. 18th century]](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale67-public/351_1.jpg "Manuscript, Kol BeRama by Rabbi Yaakov Tzemach - 18th Century")
![Manuscript, Kol BeRama, commentary to Idra Rabba in the Zohar, by the kabbalist R. Yaakov Tzemach. [Europe, ca. 18th century]](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale67-public/351_2.jpg "Manuscript, Kol BeRama by Rabbi Yaakov Tzemach - 18th Century")
Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $2,000
Sold for: $2,500
Including buyer's premium
Manuscript, Kol BeRama, commentary to Idra Rabba in the Zohar, by the kabbalist R. Yaakov Tzemach. [Europe, ca. 18th century].
Complete manuscript. Neat cursive Ashkenazic script.
This composition by R. Yaakov Tzemach is known to have at least two editions produced by the author (one in 1632 and the second in 1643). This manuscript contains passages which were not published in the first printed edition of the book, Korets 1785, but do appear in newer editions published in recent years, which include passages added from manuscripts.
Regarding this composition, the Chida writes in Shem HaGedolim: "Kol BeRama in manuscript, book composed by the kabbalist R. Y. Tzemach, commentary to the holy Idra Rabba, from the teachings of the Arizal and R. Chaim Vital and his own novellae… and Kol BeRama was printed in Poland [Korets 1785], and it appears to me that it is lacking a little compared to the Kol BeRama which we have in our country in manuscript" (Shem HaGedolim, Maarechet Sefarim, Kuf, section 15).
Stamps on several leaves: "Mordechai son of R. A.D. Berkowitz, Jerusalem" - R. Mordechai Berkowitz, youngest son of the kabbalist R. Avraham Dov Berkowitz Rabbi of Łachwa (1825-1899), and son-in-law of the son-in-law of R. Elazar Moshe Horowitz Rabbi of Pinsk. "His dedicated his entire life to Torah and worship of G-d within the walls of Jerusalem" (from the foreword to Zecher Avraham, Jerusalem, 1972).
[130] leaves (257 written pages). 21 cm. Good condition. Stains. Wear to some leaves. Marginal worming, not affecting text. Early binding, damaged. Leather spine, torn.
Complete manuscript. Neat cursive Ashkenazic script.
This composition by R. Yaakov Tzemach is known to have at least two editions produced by the author (one in 1632 and the second in 1643). This manuscript contains passages which were not published in the first printed edition of the book, Korets 1785, but do appear in newer editions published in recent years, which include passages added from manuscripts.
Regarding this composition, the Chida writes in Shem HaGedolim: "Kol BeRama in manuscript, book composed by the kabbalist R. Y. Tzemach, commentary to the holy Idra Rabba, from the teachings of the Arizal and R. Chaim Vital and his own novellae… and Kol BeRama was printed in Poland [Korets 1785], and it appears to me that it is lacking a little compared to the Kol BeRama which we have in our country in manuscript" (Shem HaGedolim, Maarechet Sefarim, Kuf, section 15).
Stamps on several leaves: "Mordechai son of R. A.D. Berkowitz, Jerusalem" - R. Mordechai Berkowitz, youngest son of the kabbalist R. Avraham Dov Berkowitz Rabbi of Łachwa (1825-1899), and son-in-law of the son-in-law of R. Elazar Moshe Horowitz Rabbi of Pinsk. "His dedicated his entire life to Torah and worship of G-d within the walls of Jerusalem" (from the foreword to Zecher Avraham, Jerusalem, 1972).
[130] leaves (257 written pages). 21 cm. Good condition. Stains. Wear to some leaves. Marginal worming, not affecting text. Early binding, damaged. Leather spine, torn.
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![Manuscript, Otzerot Chaim, by R. Chaim Vital. [Eastern Europe, 18th/19th century]. Otzerot Chaim is one of R. Chaim Vital's c](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale67-public/352_1.jpg "Manuscript, Otzerot Chaim by Rabbi Chaim Vital - 18th Century")
![Manuscript, Otzerot Chaim, by R. Chaim Vital. [Eastern Europe, 18th/19th century]. Otzerot Chaim is one of R. Chaim Vital's c](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale67-public/352_2.jpg "Manuscript, Otzerot Chaim by Rabbi Chaim Vital - 18th Century")
Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $5,000
Unsold
Manuscript, Otzerot Chaim, by R. Chaim Vital. [Eastern Europe, 18th/19th century].
Otzerot Chaim is one of R. Chaim Vital's compositions of the teachings of the Arizal, copied by the kabbalist R. Yaakov Tzemach. The book was first printed in Korets, 1783.
Volume in good condition. Neat Ashkenazic script. In this manuscript, the glosses of R. Natan Shapiro Yerushalmi, R. Moshe Zacuto (Kol HaRemez) and R. Binyamin HaKohen - the Rabach, were copied. The glosses were for the most part written in smaller script, and neatly separated from the main text. Several marginal glosses. The manuscript begins with a table with "The Names of the Faces of the Four Worlds…".
On the front and back endpapers, and on other leaves, signatures and stamps: "Shlomo Avraham Rzechte of Ozorków" - R. Shlomo Avraham Rzechte of Ozorków (1843-1928), leading Polish Torah scholar, a wealthy and exceptionally diligent person, illustrious figure combining prominence in Torah and material wealth. During WWI, he left Ozorków for Warsaw, where he resided for the remainder of his life. He authored Responsa Bikurei Shlomo, two parts, consisting of correspondence with leading Torah scholars of his time in various countries.
[1], 1-131, 133-173 leaves (complete. Pagination skips leaf 132). 33 cm. Good condition. Stains. Mold stains to several leaves. Early leather binding, faded. Holes to leather spine.
Enclosed - report from R. Yosef Avivi, expert on manuscripts of the teachings of the Arizal.
Otzerot Chaim is one of R. Chaim Vital's compositions of the teachings of the Arizal, copied by the kabbalist R. Yaakov Tzemach. The book was first printed in Korets, 1783.
Volume in good condition. Neat Ashkenazic script. In this manuscript, the glosses of R. Natan Shapiro Yerushalmi, R. Moshe Zacuto (Kol HaRemez) and R. Binyamin HaKohen - the Rabach, were copied. The glosses were for the most part written in smaller script, and neatly separated from the main text. Several marginal glosses. The manuscript begins with a table with "The Names of the Faces of the Four Worlds…".
On the front and back endpapers, and on other leaves, signatures and stamps: "Shlomo Avraham Rzechte of Ozorków" - R. Shlomo Avraham Rzechte of Ozorków (1843-1928), leading Polish Torah scholar, a wealthy and exceptionally diligent person, illustrious figure combining prominence in Torah and material wealth. During WWI, he left Ozorków for Warsaw, where he resided for the remainder of his life. He authored Responsa Bikurei Shlomo, two parts, consisting of correspondence with leading Torah scholars of his time in various countries.
[1], 1-131, 133-173 leaves (complete. Pagination skips leaf 132). 33 cm. Good condition. Stains. Mold stains to several leaves. Early leather binding, faded. Holes to leather spine.
Enclosed - report from R. Yosef Avivi, expert on manuscripts of the teachings of the Arizal.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $1,000
Sold for: $1,500
Including buyer's premium
Handwritten leaf, novellae and thoughts on the verse introducing Birkat Kohanim (Priestly Blessing): "This is how you shall bless the children of Israel, saying to them". Autograph of Rabbenu Yosef Chaim of Baghdad, author of Ben Ish Chai. [Baghdad], 1874.
The leaf is filled on one side with the handwriting of the Ben Ish Chai. The leaf is dated at the top: "1874", and titled: "Parashat Nasso".
In this passage, the Ben Ish Chai describes the allusions concealed in the word "Koh" of the verse "Koh Tevarechu…", and several (kabbalistic) allusions found in the words "Amor Lahem".
R. Yosef Chaim of Baghdad (1833-1909), author of Ben Ish Chai and dozens of other important books. He was the son of R. Eliyahu Chaim son of R. Moshe Chaim Rabbi of Baghdad, and the disciple of R. Abdallah Somekh. After the passing of his father in 1859, at the age of 26, he succeeded him as preacher in the Great Synagogue of Baghdad, upholding this practice every Shabbat for the next fifty years. His supremacy in the revealed and hidden realms of the Torah was recognized worldwide, and he was reputed for his exceptional holiness. His works include: Rav Pe'alim, Torah Lishma, Ben Ish Chai, Ben Ish Chayil, Ben Yehoyada, Od Yosef Chai, Lashon Chachamim, Aderet Eliyahu, Chasdei Avot and more.
Autographs of the Ben Ish Chai are renowned as a segulah for success and protection.
[1] leaf (1 page). 13 cm. Approx. 18 autograph lines. Good condition.
The leaf is filled on one side with the handwriting of the Ben Ish Chai. The leaf is dated at the top: "1874", and titled: "Parashat Nasso".
In this passage, the Ben Ish Chai describes the allusions concealed in the word "Koh" of the verse "Koh Tevarechu…", and several (kabbalistic) allusions found in the words "Amor Lahem".
R. Yosef Chaim of Baghdad (1833-1909), author of Ben Ish Chai and dozens of other important books. He was the son of R. Eliyahu Chaim son of R. Moshe Chaim Rabbi of Baghdad, and the disciple of R. Abdallah Somekh. After the passing of his father in 1859, at the age of 26, he succeeded him as preacher in the Great Synagogue of Baghdad, upholding this practice every Shabbat for the next fifty years. His supremacy in the revealed and hidden realms of the Torah was recognized worldwide, and he was reputed for his exceptional holiness. His works include: Rav Pe'alim, Torah Lishma, Ben Ish Chai, Ben Ish Chayil, Ben Yehoyada, Od Yosef Chai, Lashon Chachamim, Aderet Eliyahu, Chasdei Avot and more.
Autographs of the Ben Ish Chai are renowned as a segulah for success and protection.
[1] leaf (1 page). 13 cm. Approx. 18 autograph lines. Good condition.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $2,000
Unsold
Manuscript leaf, out of the book Pri Etz Chaim by R. Chaim Vital, handwritten in 1933 by the holy kabbalist R. Yisrael Abuchatzeira - the Baba Sali, from which he regularly studied.
Enclosed are two reports confirming the authenticity of the manuscript. One is from his son R. Baruch Abuchatzeira (Baba Baruch), attesting that the composition was copied by his father "and it remained with him, and he would read it often, primarily on Shabbat".
The second report, from the expert R. Yosef Avivi, pertains to the entire manuscript, and he quotes the colophon featured at the end of the manuscript (not included in this lot), signed by Baba Sali, in which Baba Sali attests that he copied this holy book himself in 1933. R. Avivi notes that the style of writing changes over the course of the manuscript, using various types of scripts, and these variations are typical of original manuscripts by the Baba Sali.
R. Yisrael Abuchatzeira, the "Baba Sali" (1889-1984) was the son of R. Mas'ud - rabbi of Tafilalt (Morocco), son of R. Yaakov Abuchatzeira. An outstanding Torah scholar, well-versed in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah, holy and pure from his youth. He published the writings of his grandfather, R. Yaakov. He served as chief rabbi of Erfoud and the vicinity. In 1950, he immigrated to Jerusalem, returning to Morocco in 1957. In 1964, he came back to Eretz Israel and settled in Netivot. His counsel and blessings were sought by multitudes, including prominent leaders and Torah scholars, and he was famed as a wonder-worker. His sons and grandsons are the famous rabbis of the Abuchatzeira dynasty.
[1] leaf. Written on one side, in Maghrebi Rashi script. 20.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Restored and mounted on tissue paper.
Enclosed are two reports confirming the authenticity of the manuscript. One is from his son R. Baruch Abuchatzeira (Baba Baruch), attesting that the composition was copied by his father "and it remained with him, and he would read it often, primarily on Shabbat".
The second report, from the expert R. Yosef Avivi, pertains to the entire manuscript, and he quotes the colophon featured at the end of the manuscript (not included in this lot), signed by Baba Sali, in which Baba Sali attests that he copied this holy book himself in 1933. R. Avivi notes that the style of writing changes over the course of the manuscript, using various types of scripts, and these variations are typical of original manuscripts by the Baba Sali.
R. Yisrael Abuchatzeira, the "Baba Sali" (1889-1984) was the son of R. Mas'ud - rabbi of Tafilalt (Morocco), son of R. Yaakov Abuchatzeira. An outstanding Torah scholar, well-versed in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah, holy and pure from his youth. He published the writings of his grandfather, R. Yaakov. He served as chief rabbi of Erfoud and the vicinity. In 1950, he immigrated to Jerusalem, returning to Morocco in 1957. In 1964, he came back to Eretz Israel and settled in Netivot. His counsel and blessings were sought by multitudes, including prominent leaders and Torah scholars, and he was famed as a wonder-worker. His sons and grandsons are the famous rabbis of the Abuchatzeira dynasty.
[1] leaf. Written on one side, in Maghrebi Rashi script. 20.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Restored and mounted on tissue paper.
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![Derech Yeshara, prayers, practices and various tikkunim, by R. Reuven son of Avraham from Jerusalem. Livorno, [1787]. Signatu](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale67-public/355_1.jpg "Derech Yeshara - Prayers, Practices and Tikkunim - Handwritten Glosses")
![Derech Yeshara, prayers, practices and various tikkunim, by R. Reuven son of Avraham from Jerusalem. Livorno, [1787]. Signatu](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale67-public/355_2.jpg "Derech Yeshara - Prayers, Practices and Tikkunim - Handwritten Glosses")
Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $300
Sold for: $1,375
Including buyer's premium
Derech Yeshara, prayers, practices and various tikkunim, by R. Reuven son of Avraham from Jerusalem. Livorno, [1787].
Signature on the title page: "I acquired it Aharon son of R. Yehuda", on the verso of the title page, ownership inscription: "I acquired this book from the perfect Torah scholar R. Aharon son of Yehuda… I, the writer, R. Yom Tov Garti".
The book contains dozens of glosses in Sephardic script (Turkey and the Balkans). Most glosses were written in Shaar HaSegulot (leaves 76-95). The glosses include segulot and incantations, instructions for writing amulets, against the Evil eye, cures for various illnesses, and more.
[5], 136 leaves. 20.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains. Damage. Worming. Detached leaves. Old binding, worn.
Signature on the title page: "I acquired it Aharon son of R. Yehuda", on the verso of the title page, ownership inscription: "I acquired this book from the perfect Torah scholar R. Aharon son of Yehuda… I, the writer, R. Yom Tov Garti".
The book contains dozens of glosses in Sephardic script (Turkey and the Balkans). Most glosses were written in Shaar HaSegulot (leaves 76-95). The glosses include segulot and incantations, instructions for writing amulets, against the Evil eye, cures for various illnesses, and more.
[5], 136 leaves. 20.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains. Damage. Worming. Detached leaves. Old binding, worn.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $300
Sold for: $375
Including buyer's premium
Four manuscripts - Three compositions by the kabbalist R. Moshe Yair Weinstock, handwritten by the author, and a file recording the names and addresses of the recipients and buyers of his books:
1. Noam HaKavod, introduction to Kabbalah and its fundamentals, by R. Moshe Yair Weinstock. Handwritten by the author.
The title page states: "It is a complete and comprehensive composition… on the creation of the world and Maaseh Merkava… with wonderful explanations… on the principles of Kabbalah with Chassidic teachings…". Authored in 1963-1973. Published in Jerusalem, 2001.
In the final chapters of this composition, the author explains the tenets of the approach in Kabbalah of some of the leading kabbalists in later generations, including that of the Gaon of Vilna, the Ramchal and R. Yosef Ergas - the Shomer Emunim. On pp. [45-46], he explains the foundations of the approach of his prime teacher, R. Yehuda Leib Ashlag - the Baal HaSulam.
[205] leaves. 28 cm. Good condition. Stains and wear. Tears to several leaves, not affecting text. Filing holes.
2. Divrei Yair, on Tractate Ketubot, by R. Moshe Yair Weinstock. Handwritten by the author.
Encyclopedic composition of the Talmudic methodology in Tractate Ketubot, of the names of the Tana'im and Amora'im mentioned in this tractate and their chronological placement, and of sources in the Talmud and Midrashim for all the names of places, animals and plants mentioned in Tractate Ketubot. Published in Jerusalem, [2006?].
[251] leaves. 28 cm. Good condition. Stains and wear. Filing holes.
3. Igeret Rav Sherira Gaon, with the Yemot Olam commentary, by R. Moshe Yair Weinstock. Handwritten by the author.
The commentary studies and compares various versions of the text based on manuscripts and different editions, as well as a comprehensive and detailed explanation of every detail of Igeret Rav Sherira Gaon. Composed in 1961. Published in Jerusalem [after 2000].
[312] leaves. 28 cm. Stains and wear. Tears to several leaves. Filing holes.
R. Moshe Yair Weinstock, a Jerusalem kabbalist (1899-1982), grandson and associate of Rebbe David Tzvi Shlomo Biderman of Lelov (R. David'l), and close disciple of the kabbalist, Rebbe Yehuda Leib HaLevi Ashlag, author of Sulam. A tremendous, exceptionally diligent Torah scholar, who did not stop studying for a moment. Extremely well-versed in all realms of the Torah, both revealed and hidden, in both Talmuds, in Midrashim and Zohar, Kabbalah and Chassidism, Jewish history, studies and philosophy. He authored over the course of his life 83 compositions (equal to the years of his life), on all fields of the Torah. Most his compositions are encyclopedic works, bringing together all the sources and opinions on a particular topic. Each subject is treated with exceptional clarity, and discloses his tremendous erudition.
In his preface to his commentary on Idra Rabba, his first kabbalistic composition, the author writes that he never considered composing kabbalist works, "I was very surprised when one of the foremost leaders of our generation [Rebbe Menachem Mendel of Lubavitch] informed me plainly and explicitly, that I am obligated to compose a commentary to the Idrot… and the matter was put completely out of my mind… and in 1959… I was hovering between life and death… and in the last second… I thought that if I remain alive, I will dedicate all my energy to composing a commentary to the Idrot… at that very moment, I experienced some relief, and a sense of vitality returned to me…". Noam HaKavod is a continuation of his composition on the Idrot. These compositions were published by his grandson R. Yaakov Eichler after his passing, in recent years.
4. Notebook handwritten by R. Moshe Yair Weinstock, with the names and addresses of rebbes, rabbis and various figures, in Eretz Israel and abroad, to whom the books of R. Weinstock were sent (or were supposed to have been sent). Includes additional data (price, whether the book was sent or not, and more).
Over 100 leaves. Approx. 21-22 cm. Good condition. Stains and wear. Filing holes. Several tears.
1. Noam HaKavod, introduction to Kabbalah and its fundamentals, by R. Moshe Yair Weinstock. Handwritten by the author.
The title page states: "It is a complete and comprehensive composition… on the creation of the world and Maaseh Merkava… with wonderful explanations… on the principles of Kabbalah with Chassidic teachings…". Authored in 1963-1973. Published in Jerusalem, 2001.
In the final chapters of this composition, the author explains the tenets of the approach in Kabbalah of some of the leading kabbalists in later generations, including that of the Gaon of Vilna, the Ramchal and R. Yosef Ergas - the Shomer Emunim. On pp. [45-46], he explains the foundations of the approach of his prime teacher, R. Yehuda Leib Ashlag - the Baal HaSulam.
[205] leaves. 28 cm. Good condition. Stains and wear. Tears to several leaves, not affecting text. Filing holes.
2. Divrei Yair, on Tractate Ketubot, by R. Moshe Yair Weinstock. Handwritten by the author.
Encyclopedic composition of the Talmudic methodology in Tractate Ketubot, of the names of the Tana'im and Amora'im mentioned in this tractate and their chronological placement, and of sources in the Talmud and Midrashim for all the names of places, animals and plants mentioned in Tractate Ketubot. Published in Jerusalem, [2006?].
[251] leaves. 28 cm. Good condition. Stains and wear. Filing holes.
3. Igeret Rav Sherira Gaon, with the Yemot Olam commentary, by R. Moshe Yair Weinstock. Handwritten by the author.
The commentary studies and compares various versions of the text based on manuscripts and different editions, as well as a comprehensive and detailed explanation of every detail of Igeret Rav Sherira Gaon. Composed in 1961. Published in Jerusalem [after 2000].
[312] leaves. 28 cm. Stains and wear. Tears to several leaves. Filing holes.
R. Moshe Yair Weinstock, a Jerusalem kabbalist (1899-1982), grandson and associate of Rebbe David Tzvi Shlomo Biderman of Lelov (R. David'l), and close disciple of the kabbalist, Rebbe Yehuda Leib HaLevi Ashlag, author of Sulam. A tremendous, exceptionally diligent Torah scholar, who did not stop studying for a moment. Extremely well-versed in all realms of the Torah, both revealed and hidden, in both Talmuds, in Midrashim and Zohar, Kabbalah and Chassidism, Jewish history, studies and philosophy. He authored over the course of his life 83 compositions (equal to the years of his life), on all fields of the Torah. Most his compositions are encyclopedic works, bringing together all the sources and opinions on a particular topic. Each subject is treated with exceptional clarity, and discloses his tremendous erudition.
In his preface to his commentary on Idra Rabba, his first kabbalistic composition, the author writes that he never considered composing kabbalist works, "I was very surprised when one of the foremost leaders of our generation [Rebbe Menachem Mendel of Lubavitch] informed me plainly and explicitly, that I am obligated to compose a commentary to the Idrot… and the matter was put completely out of my mind… and in 1959… I was hovering between life and death… and in the last second… I thought that if I remain alive, I will dedicate all my energy to composing a commentary to the Idrot… at that very moment, I experienced some relief, and a sense of vitality returned to me…". Noam HaKavod is a continuation of his composition on the Idrot. These compositions were published by his grandson R. Yaakov Eichler after his passing, in recent years.
4. Notebook handwritten by R. Moshe Yair Weinstock, with the names and addresses of rebbes, rabbis and various figures, in Eretz Israel and abroad, to whom the books of R. Weinstock were sent (or were supposed to have been sent). Includes additional data (price, whether the book was sent or not, and more).
Over 100 leaves. Approx. 21-22 cm. Good condition. Stains and wear. Filing holes. Several tears.
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