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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $300
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Tractatus Talmudicus, Pirke Abhoth. Sive Capitula partum, Una cum versione Hebraica duorum capitum Danielis (Pirkei Avot, with translation and notes in Latin, and with translation of the Aramaic text of chapters 2 and 3 of the Book of Daniel to Hebrew and Latin, and an additional verse from the book of Yirmiyah), compiled by Johann Leusden. Utrecht: Meinardus van Dreunen, 1665. Hebrew and Latin.
[8], 129, [2] pages. 21.5 cm. Wide margins. High-quality paper. Untrimmed pages. Good condition. Stains and wear. Light worming. Without binding.
Not in NLI.
[8], 129, [2] pages. 21.5 cm. Wide margins. High-quality paper. Untrimmed pages. Good condition. Stains and wear. Light worming. Without binding.
Not in NLI.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $2,000
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Five Latin books, grammar and theology, in one volume:
• Clavis hebraica Veteris Testamenti, in qua themata difficiliora Veteris Test. Referantur (index of words and expressions following the order of the chapters in the Bible), by Johann Leusden. Utrecht: Franciscum Halma, 1683.
• Sexcenta & tredecim praecepta mosaica (613 commandments according to Sefer HaMitzvot by the Rambam, with Latin translation), compiled by Johann Leusden. Utrecht: Franciscus Halma, 1686.
• Grammatica quatuor linguarum hebraicae, chaldaicae, syriacae et arabicae (composition regarding Hebrew grammar and its sources, in comparison with other Middle Eastern languages), by Johann Heinrich Hottinger. Heidelberg: Adriani Wyngaerden, 1659.
• Henrici Opitii sive Syriasmus facilitati & integritati suæ restitutus (grammatical composition), by Heinrich Opitz. Leipzig and Frankfurt am Main: Colerianis, 1678. Markings and underlines to body of text.
• Trifolium orientale, continens commentarios Abarbenelis in Haggaeum, Sal. Jarchi in parsch. I. Geneseos, & Mos. Majemonidae theologiam, by Johann Adam Scherzer. Leipzig: Johannis Baueri, 1663. Latin and Hebrew.
Theological study of Maaseh Bereshit (Creation of the World) and Maaseh Merkava, based on the commentaries of the Abarbanel (to Neviim), Rashi (to Bereshit), Rambam (Hilchot Yesodei HaTorah) and other sources, by the theologist and Lutheran priest Johann Scherzer, who was the teacher of Gottfried Leibniz.
Five books in one volume. [1] illustrated frontispiece, [14], 535 pages; [4], 56 pages (right to left pagination); [6], 211, [1] pages; [8], 200, [20] pages, one folded leaf between pp. 82-83; [8], 170, [14] pages. 19 cm. Thick, high-quality paper. Overall good condition. A few stains. Illustrated frontispiece of first book detached, with minor marginal tears and damage. Part of title page of final book cut out, with loss of year and place of printing. Original parchment binding, without spine. Damage to binding.
• Clavis hebraica Veteris Testamenti, in qua themata difficiliora Veteris Test. Referantur (index of words and expressions following the order of the chapters in the Bible), by Johann Leusden. Utrecht: Franciscum Halma, 1683.
• Sexcenta & tredecim praecepta mosaica (613 commandments according to Sefer HaMitzvot by the Rambam, with Latin translation), compiled by Johann Leusden. Utrecht: Franciscus Halma, 1686.
• Grammatica quatuor linguarum hebraicae, chaldaicae, syriacae et arabicae (composition regarding Hebrew grammar and its sources, in comparison with other Middle Eastern languages), by Johann Heinrich Hottinger. Heidelberg: Adriani Wyngaerden, 1659.
• Henrici Opitii sive Syriasmus facilitati & integritati suæ restitutus (grammatical composition), by Heinrich Opitz. Leipzig and Frankfurt am Main: Colerianis, 1678. Markings and underlines to body of text.
• Trifolium orientale, continens commentarios Abarbenelis in Haggaeum, Sal. Jarchi in parsch. I. Geneseos, & Mos. Majemonidae theologiam, by Johann Adam Scherzer. Leipzig: Johannis Baueri, 1663. Latin and Hebrew.
Theological study of Maaseh Bereshit (Creation of the World) and Maaseh Merkava, based on the commentaries of the Abarbanel (to Neviim), Rashi (to Bereshit), Rambam (Hilchot Yesodei HaTorah) and other sources, by the theologist and Lutheran priest Johann Scherzer, who was the teacher of Gottfried Leibniz.
Five books in one volume. [1] illustrated frontispiece, [14], 535 pages; [4], 56 pages (right to left pagination); [6], 211, [1] pages; [8], 200, [20] pages, one folded leaf between pp. 82-83; [8], 170, [14] pages. 19 cm. Thick, high-quality paper. Overall good condition. A few stains. Illustrated frontispiece of first book detached, with minor marginal tears and damage. Part of title page of final book cut out, with loss of year and place of printing. Original parchment binding, without spine. Damage to binding.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $500
Sold for: $1,375
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Luchot Edut, essays and letters from rabbis, regarding the amulet polemic which arose surrounding R. Yehonatan Eybeschutz. Altona, [1755]. First edition.
Essays, letters and proclamations from rabbis and community leaders, who supported R. Yehonatan Eybeschutz in the dispute which arose following the false accusations of Sabbatianism leveled against him, and the objections raised against the amulets he wrote. The book opens with a foreword by R. Yehonatan, in which he describes how the dispute evolved. It concludes with a commentary on one amulet, and a sermon "which I delivered when the commotion began, on 26th Shevat 1751 in public, in which I defended myself at length".
[12], 2-78 leaves. 19 cm. Some darkened leaves. Good-fair condition. Stains. Title page restored. Inscriptions on endpapers. Library stamps. Old, worn binding.
Essays, letters and proclamations from rabbis and community leaders, who supported R. Yehonatan Eybeschutz in the dispute which arose following the false accusations of Sabbatianism leveled against him, and the objections raised against the amulets he wrote. The book opens with a foreword by R. Yehonatan, in which he describes how the dispute evolved. It concludes with a commentary on one amulet, and a sermon "which I delivered when the commotion began, on 26th Shevat 1751 in public, in which I defended myself at length".
[12], 2-78 leaves. 19 cm. Some darkened leaves. Good-fair condition. Stains. Title page restored. Inscriptions on endpapers. Library stamps. Old, worn binding.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $500
Sold for: $1,750
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Zera Shimshon, homily on the Torah and the Five Megillot, by R. Shimshon Chaim son of R. Nachman Michael Nachmani. Mantua, [1778]. Segulah for offspring, good life and plentiful livelihood.
The author, R. Shimshon Chaim Nachmani (1706-1779) was an Italian kabbalist and Torah scholar. He disseminated Torah in Modena and Mantua and edified disciples who later held rabbinic positions in several Italian communities. He also authored Toldot Shimshon, on Tractate Avot. The Chida wrote that he was well-versed in practical Kabbalah and had ordered his kabbalistic writings to be buried in his grave (Shem HaGedolim, Maarechet Sefarim, 46).
In the preface, the author implores "with ten expressions of prayer" to study his book, and blesses the one who does so: "The One who repays will recompense you… with the threefold blessing of offspring, life and plentiful livelihood". Further in the preface, the author writes that since his only son had passed away, leaving him without any descendants, he named his book Zera Shimshon, and promises: "And your eyes will witness sons and grandsons like olive shoots around your table, wise and intelligent, and houses full of goodness, neither wealth nor honor will cease from your descendants…".
In recent years, there has been a reawakening of interest surrounding this book, and many accounts have been publicized of couples who were blessed with children in the merit of this book. These stories were recorded in the Niflaot Shimshon leaflets and later published in Kovetz Sipurei Yeshuot printed at the end of the new edition of the book (Association for the Dissemination of the Teachings of the Zera Shimshon, Arad 2015).
Ownership inscription in Sephardic script on the title page, signed "Avraham Hassan".
Damaged and incomplete copy, containing only the commentary to the Torah, without the Five Megillot. 104, 108-115, [2], 117-141 [i.e. 142] leaves. Lacking leaves 143-62 [i.e.: 162]; 21, [1]. 34 cm. Fair-poor condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains, with mold. Worming. Tears and extensive damage, affecting text. Large tears to title page and first leaves (including leaf of author's preface), affecting text with some loss, with unskilled paper repairs. Marginal creases. Old and damaged binding, partly detached.
The author, R. Shimshon Chaim Nachmani (1706-1779) was an Italian kabbalist and Torah scholar. He disseminated Torah in Modena and Mantua and edified disciples who later held rabbinic positions in several Italian communities. He also authored Toldot Shimshon, on Tractate Avot. The Chida wrote that he was well-versed in practical Kabbalah and had ordered his kabbalistic writings to be buried in his grave (Shem HaGedolim, Maarechet Sefarim, 46).
In the preface, the author implores "with ten expressions of prayer" to study his book, and blesses the one who does so: "The One who repays will recompense you… with the threefold blessing of offspring, life and plentiful livelihood". Further in the preface, the author writes that since his only son had passed away, leaving him without any descendants, he named his book Zera Shimshon, and promises: "And your eyes will witness sons and grandsons like olive shoots around your table, wise and intelligent, and houses full of goodness, neither wealth nor honor will cease from your descendants…".
In recent years, there has been a reawakening of interest surrounding this book, and many accounts have been publicized of couples who were blessed with children in the merit of this book. These stories were recorded in the Niflaot Shimshon leaflets and later published in Kovetz Sipurei Yeshuot printed at the end of the new edition of the book (Association for the Dissemination of the Teachings of the Zera Shimshon, Arad 2015).
Ownership inscription in Sephardic script on the title page, signed "Avraham Hassan".
Damaged and incomplete copy, containing only the commentary to the Torah, without the Five Megillot. 104, 108-115, [2], 117-141 [i.e. 142] leaves. Lacking leaves 143-62 [i.e.: 162]; 21, [1]. 34 cm. Fair-poor condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains, with mold. Worming. Tears and extensive damage, affecting text. Large tears to title page and first leaves (including leaf of author's preface), affecting text with some loss, with unskilled paper repairs. Marginal creases. Old and damaged binding, partly detached.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $500
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Minchat Chinuch, "A wide-ranging commentary to Sefer HaChinuch, with tremendous pilpul and wondrous, wide-ranging erudition", parts I and III. Lemberg (Lviv): R. Uri Ze'ev Wolf Salat, [1869]. Without part II.
First edition of the book, published anonymously in the lifetime of the author - R. Yosef Babad Rabbi of Tarnopol, as stated on the title page: "Composed by one of the greatest Torah scholars of our times, who is holy and pure, and published it anonymously out of his exceptional modesty… was published through the efforts of R. Reuven Kohen Rappaport". Only in the second edition, printed in Lviv 1889, approx. 15 years after the passing of the author, did the publisher reveal the name of the author. Over the years, Minchat Chinuch became a basic book in the world of scholarly and in-depth study, in all study halls, in Galicia and Poland, Lithuania or Hungary, and throughout the Jewish world until this day. To date, hundreds of thousands of copies have been printed in dozens of different editions, apart from dozens of books discussing his teachings and questions.
Parts I and III only, without part II. [2], 116 leaves; [2], 105, 5 leaves. Lacking [3] leaves at the end of part III (part III originally comprised: [2], 105, [2], 4, [1] leaves. Leaf 5 at the end of part III in this copy was supplied from a later edition). 36.5 cm. Some brittle leaves. Fair condition. Tears, creases, worming and extensive wear to first two leaves (leaves partially detached). Stains and wear. Worming. Tears and damage to final leaves, affecting text. Light mold stains. Old binding, worn and damaged.
First edition of the book, published anonymously in the lifetime of the author - R. Yosef Babad Rabbi of Tarnopol, as stated on the title page: "Composed by one of the greatest Torah scholars of our times, who is holy and pure, and published it anonymously out of his exceptional modesty… was published through the efforts of R. Reuven Kohen Rappaport". Only in the second edition, printed in Lviv 1889, approx. 15 years after the passing of the author, did the publisher reveal the name of the author. Over the years, Minchat Chinuch became a basic book in the world of scholarly and in-depth study, in all study halls, in Galicia and Poland, Lithuania or Hungary, and throughout the Jewish world until this day. To date, hundreds of thousands of copies have been printed in dozens of different editions, apart from dozens of books discussing his teachings and questions.
Parts I and III only, without part II. [2], 116 leaves; [2], 105, 5 leaves. Lacking [3] leaves at the end of part III (part III originally comprised: [2], 105, [2], 4, [1] leaves. Leaf 5 at the end of part III in this copy was supplied from a later edition). 36.5 cm. Some brittle leaves. Fair condition. Tears, creases, worming and extensive wear to first two leaves (leaves partially detached). Stains and wear. Worming. Tears and damage to final leaves, affecting text. Light mold stains. Old binding, worn and damaged.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $300
Sold for: $375
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Zivchei Tzedek, laws of Shechita (ritual slaughter) and responsa on various topics, two parts, by R. Abdallah Somech. Baghdad, [1899]. First edition.
Two parts in two volumes.
R. Abdallah Somech (1813-1889), leading Iraqi Torah scholar and rabbi, teacher of the Ben Ish Chai and other leading Baghdadi Torah scholars. Following his marriage, he first earned his living as a merchant, but when he realized that Torah education was waning, he began devoting himself to disseminating Torah. He abandoned commerce, and assembled around him a group of students, whom he taught free of charge. Consequently, the Baghdadi philanthropist Yechezkel Reuven built for him a Beit Midrash, "Midrash Abu Menashi" (later renamed Beit Zilcha). R. Abdallah Somech led this Beit Midrash until his passing. Many leading Torah scholars of the area were his disciples, as R. Shlomo Bechor Hussein (publisher of this book) wrote: "He restored Torah to its original splendor, the glory of Torah to the Babylonian yeshiva, after it had been lost for several hundred years, by establishing a large, spacious Beit Midrash where he edified numerous disciples, and disseminated Torah to the Jewish people, and almost all the Torah scholars, rabbis and poskim in Iraq, Persia, and India drew from his wellsprings" (Surasky, Orot MiMizrach, 1974, p. 71). R. Abdallah was considered the supreme halachic authority, and halachic queries were addressed to him from throughout Iraq, Persia and India. Some of his responsa were published at the end of vol. II of this book. (For more information, see: A. ben Yaakov, Toldot HaRav Abdallah Somech, Jerusalem, 1949; Brief biography at the beginning of Zivchei Tzedek, Ahavat Shalom edition, Jerusalem 2003).
Part I: [8], 448 pages. Part II: 335; 132 pages. Approx. 25 cm. Good condition. Stains. Worming in several places. Original bindings, with marbled paper and leather spines, with damage.
Two parts in two volumes.
R. Abdallah Somech (1813-1889), leading Iraqi Torah scholar and rabbi, teacher of the Ben Ish Chai and other leading Baghdadi Torah scholars. Following his marriage, he first earned his living as a merchant, but when he realized that Torah education was waning, he began devoting himself to disseminating Torah. He abandoned commerce, and assembled around him a group of students, whom he taught free of charge. Consequently, the Baghdadi philanthropist Yechezkel Reuven built for him a Beit Midrash, "Midrash Abu Menashi" (later renamed Beit Zilcha). R. Abdallah Somech led this Beit Midrash until his passing. Many leading Torah scholars of the area were his disciples, as R. Shlomo Bechor Hussein (publisher of this book) wrote: "He restored Torah to its original splendor, the glory of Torah to the Babylonian yeshiva, after it had been lost for several hundred years, by establishing a large, spacious Beit Midrash where he edified numerous disciples, and disseminated Torah to the Jewish people, and almost all the Torah scholars, rabbis and poskim in Iraq, Persia, and India drew from his wellsprings" (Surasky, Orot MiMizrach, 1974, p. 71). R. Abdallah was considered the supreme halachic authority, and halachic queries were addressed to him from throughout Iraq, Persia and India. Some of his responsa were published at the end of vol. II of this book. (For more information, see: A. ben Yaakov, Toldot HaRav Abdallah Somech, Jerusalem, 1949; Brief biography at the beginning of Zivchei Tzedek, Ahavat Shalom edition, Jerusalem 2003).
Part I: [8], 448 pages. Part II: 335; 132 pages. Approx. 25 cm. Good condition. Stains. Worming in several places. Original bindings, with marbled paper and leather spines, with damage.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $400
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Besamim Rosh, eight discourses on Halachah and Aggadah by R. Yitzchak Ashkenazi son of R. Asher Anshel Ashkenazi; with the will of his grandfather, R. Moshe David Ashkenazi Rabbi of Tolcsva. [Frankfurt am Main, ca. 1915 / Munkacs, 1903].
In reality, only the cover was printed in Frankfurt, while the book itself was an old printing of the final section of Shemen Rosh - the book of his father R. Asher Anshel Ashkenazi Rabbi of Stanislav, which was published in Munkacs, 1903 (see: enclosed copy). This is an interesting case of plagiarism between father and son: R. Yitzchak Ashkenazi, son of R. Asher Anshel Ashkenazi, was exiled during WWI and settled in Frankfurt am Main. During his stay there, he took the original booklets of Besamim Rosh from his father's book (printed in Munkacs, 1903), added a new printed wrapper featuring the title page, in which he attributes the composition to himself: "Besamim Rosh, includes eight discourses in Halacha and Aggadah, by R. Y. Ashkenazi… son of R. Asher Anshel Ashkenazi…". In the lower part of the title page, two additional lines are printed with emphasis: "This is the one booklet which was saved from the destruction in our town, and the printed part testifies on the whole…". At the bottom of the title page, the following statement is printed: "Now, in times of emergency and destruction, the address of the rabbi, author and publisher is…".
A possible explanation for this strange plagiarism is the difficult and desperate situation which R. Yitzchak Ashkenazi found himself in during WWI, which compelled him to wander and reduced him to dire financial straits. Publication of this booklet, and attributing it to himself, was perhaps an attempt on his part to earn recognition, so as to receive financial and material help which would allow him to survive the war.
[1] Title wrapper, 16 leaves. 33 cm. Very dry and brittle paper. Fair condition. Stains. Tears to several leaves, affecting text with some loss. Damage. Cover detached and damaged.
Enclosed: Original copy of Shemen Rosh - Responsa on all four parts of Shulchan Aruch, with the Besamim Rosh section, various discourses and eulogies, by R. Asher Anshel Ashkenazi Rabbi of Stanislav. Munkacs, [1903].
[4], 45; [1], 1-52, 51-60; 24; [1]-2, 27-42, [2]; 16 leaves. Approx. 33 cm. Very dry and brittle paper. Fair-good condition. Stains and wear. Minor tears and damage to title page and other leaves. Marginal creases to some leaves. Old, crumbling binding, without spine.
In reality, only the cover was printed in Frankfurt, while the book itself was an old printing of the final section of Shemen Rosh - the book of his father R. Asher Anshel Ashkenazi Rabbi of Stanislav, which was published in Munkacs, 1903 (see: enclosed copy). This is an interesting case of plagiarism between father and son: R. Yitzchak Ashkenazi, son of R. Asher Anshel Ashkenazi, was exiled during WWI and settled in Frankfurt am Main. During his stay there, he took the original booklets of Besamim Rosh from his father's book (printed in Munkacs, 1903), added a new printed wrapper featuring the title page, in which he attributes the composition to himself: "Besamim Rosh, includes eight discourses in Halacha and Aggadah, by R. Y. Ashkenazi… son of R. Asher Anshel Ashkenazi…". In the lower part of the title page, two additional lines are printed with emphasis: "This is the one booklet which was saved from the destruction in our town, and the printed part testifies on the whole…". At the bottom of the title page, the following statement is printed: "Now, in times of emergency and destruction, the address of the rabbi, author and publisher is…".
A possible explanation for this strange plagiarism is the difficult and desperate situation which R. Yitzchak Ashkenazi found himself in during WWI, which compelled him to wander and reduced him to dire financial straits. Publication of this booklet, and attributing it to himself, was perhaps an attempt on his part to earn recognition, so as to receive financial and material help which would allow him to survive the war.
[1] Title wrapper, 16 leaves. 33 cm. Very dry and brittle paper. Fair condition. Stains. Tears to several leaves, affecting text with some loss. Damage. Cover detached and damaged.
Enclosed: Original copy of Shemen Rosh - Responsa on all four parts of Shulchan Aruch, with the Besamim Rosh section, various discourses and eulogies, by R. Asher Anshel Ashkenazi Rabbi of Stanislav. Munkacs, [1903].
[4], 45; [1], 1-52, 51-60; 24; [1]-2, 27-42, [2]; 16 leaves. Approx. 33 cm. Very dry and brittle paper. Fair-good condition. Stains and wear. Minor tears and damage to title page and other leaves. Marginal creases to some leaves. Old, crumbling binding, without spine.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $1,000
Sold for: $2,125
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Very large collection of books, containing approximately 600 books and booklets, printed in the 17th-20th centuries.
Books on various topics: Chassidism and Kabbalah, Talmud and Halachah, Musar and weekly Torah portion, prayers and more. Books printed throughout the world, in Europe and America, Jerusalem and Oriental countries, and more.
Some books bear signatures, stamps and ownership inscriptions.
The books include:
• Olat Tamid, on Shulchan Aruch Orach Chaim, by R. Shmuel Orgeler. Amsterdam, [1681].
• Brit Shalom, Torah novellae and homilies in the pilpul style, by R. Pinchas ben Pilta. Frankfurt am Main, [1718].
• Neta Shaashu'im, Talmudic novellae, by R. Avraham Natan Nata Meisels. Amsterdam, [1735].
• Igerot HaRemez. Livorno, [1780].
• Responsa of the Ri Migash. Salonika, [1791].
• Yesod HaEmunah, by R. Yosef Yaavetz., 1794. Bound with: Maamar HaAchdut, on the principles of Emunah, by R. Yosef Yaavetz. Nowy Dwór, 1794.
• Kuzari, with the Otzar Nechmad commentary, by R. Yisrael of Zamość. Vienna, 1796.
And many more books.
Approx. 600 books and booklets. Size and condition vary.
The books were not thoroughly examined, and are being sold as is.
Books on various topics: Chassidism and Kabbalah, Talmud and Halachah, Musar and weekly Torah portion, prayers and more. Books printed throughout the world, in Europe and America, Jerusalem and Oriental countries, and more.
Some books bear signatures, stamps and ownership inscriptions.
The books include:
• Olat Tamid, on Shulchan Aruch Orach Chaim, by R. Shmuel Orgeler. Amsterdam, [1681].
• Brit Shalom, Torah novellae and homilies in the pilpul style, by R. Pinchas ben Pilta. Frankfurt am Main, [1718].
• Neta Shaashu'im, Talmudic novellae, by R. Avraham Natan Nata Meisels. Amsterdam, [1735].
• Igerot HaRemez. Livorno, [1780].
• Responsa of the Ri Migash. Salonika, [1791].
• Yesod HaEmunah, by R. Yosef Yaavetz., 1794. Bound with: Maamar HaAchdut, on the principles of Emunah, by R. Yosef Yaavetz. Nowy Dwór, 1794.
• Kuzari, with the Otzar Nechmad commentary, by R. Yisrael of Zamość. Vienna, 1796.
And many more books.
Approx. 600 books and booklets. Size and condition vary.
The books were not thoroughly examined, and are being sold as is.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $300
Sold for: $450
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Assorted collection of books from the library of R. Hersch Kohn (R. Tzvi Hirsch HaKohen), rabbi of Congregation Tifereth Israel in New York. Approx. 85 books, printed in the 18th-19th centuries.
Books on various topics: Responsa, Halacha and novellae, prayer books, Chassidism, Haskalah, and more. The books were printed in various areas: Western and Eastern Europe, Jerusalem, the United States, and elsewhere.
R. Hersch Kohn (1898-1969), rabbi of Congregation Tifereth Israel in New York. He authored Otzar Derashot VeRaayonot - homilies in Yiddish for the festivals, eulogies, and more (New York, 1933).
This collection of books was inherited by member of Knesset R. Binyamin (Benny) Elon.
The books include:
• Shulchan Aruch Yoreh De'ah, with the commentaries. Amsterdam, [1754].
• Machzor for Yom Kippur, Part II, according to the rite of Bohemia, Poland and Moravia. Vienna, [after 1795]. Large format.
• Midrash Pesikta Rabbati DeRav Kahana. Breslau, [1831].
• Responsa of the Maharam of Rothenburg. Sudylkiv, 1835.
• Maavar Yabok. [Lviv, ca. 1850].
• Seder Tefilla, with the commentary by R. Yaakov Emden. Lviv, 1863.
Some books have glosses, signatures, stamps and ownership inscriptions.
Approx. 85 books. Size and condition vary.
The collection was not thoroughly examined, and is being sold as is.
Books on various topics: Responsa, Halacha and novellae, prayer books, Chassidism, Haskalah, and more. The books were printed in various areas: Western and Eastern Europe, Jerusalem, the United States, and elsewhere.
R. Hersch Kohn (1898-1969), rabbi of Congregation Tifereth Israel in New York. He authored Otzar Derashot VeRaayonot - homilies in Yiddish for the festivals, eulogies, and more (New York, 1933).
This collection of books was inherited by member of Knesset R. Binyamin (Benny) Elon.
The books include:
• Shulchan Aruch Yoreh De'ah, with the commentaries. Amsterdam, [1754].
• Machzor for Yom Kippur, Part II, according to the rite of Bohemia, Poland and Moravia. Vienna, [after 1795]. Large format.
• Midrash Pesikta Rabbati DeRav Kahana. Breslau, [1831].
• Responsa of the Maharam of Rothenburg. Sudylkiv, 1835.
• Maavar Yabok. [Lviv, ca. 1850].
• Seder Tefilla, with the commentary by R. Yaakov Emden. Lviv, 1863.
Some books have glosses, signatures, stamps and ownership inscriptions.
Approx. 85 books. Size and condition vary.
The collection was not thoroughly examined, and is being sold as is.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $35,000
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"Prayers for the year-round", with kavanot of the Arizal, prayers for weekdays, Shabbat and festivals, Nusach Sefard, compiled by the kabbalist R. Shabtai of Rashkov - disciple of the Baal Shem Tov. Korets, [1794]. First edition. Two volumes.
This siddur is the first to contain kavanot and customs of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov - prime teacher of the compiler of this siddur, R. Shabtai of Rashkov. The title page states that "Yichudim from the G-dly and holy Baal Shem Tov, whose name is renowned throughout the world" were added to this siddur. Additionally, this siddur is the first to feature the custom of reciting Viyehi Noam and Yoshev BeSeter Elyon seven times at the Chanukah candle lighting ceremony, which the Baal Shem Tov innovated: "And in the name of my teacher R. Yisrael Baal Shem, one should say seven times Viyehi Noam and Yoshev BeSeter in the ordinary way, and he would also recite these Psalms during the High Holidays and at any time of trouble…" (vol. I, p. 336b). Likewise, this is the source of the Baal Shem Tov's custom of refraining from idle talk on Shavuot night until after the Kedushah prayer of Mussaf: "In the name of my teacher, one must be very careful after the Tikkun in the night, not to interrupt with any mundane talk, until after Kedushah in Mussaf…" (vol. II, p. 52b). The page before states: "I received from my teacher, that when Shavuot falls on… one should focus during the reading of the Ten Commandments…". Likewise, he quotes kavanot "from my teacher, which one should focus one during the time of learning early in the morning, as well as kavanot for Hatarat Nedarim (annulment of a vow).
The siddur and its holy author were deemed holy and highly regarded by Chassidim, and especially by great Chassidic leaders. Seder HaDorot HaChadash (Satmar 1941, p. 19a) states: "R. Shabtai Rashkover, the holy kabbalist, composed a siddur with the kavanot of the Arizal, and it was printed a long time ago, and it is very rare…" (this was written in 1865). Michael Levi Rodkinson writes in his book Toldot Amudei HaChabad (Königsberg 1876, pp. 31-32) that when Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi compiled his siddur "he chose the siddur of R. Shabtai Sheftel of Rashkov from amongst the printed siddurim of the Arizal … and for the most part, he based the text of the prayers in his siddur on the siddur of R. Shabtai Rashkover". Imrei Pinchas HaShalem (I, pp. 223-224) quotes R. Yaakov Shimon son of R. Pinchas of Korets: "One must only pray from the rite of the Arizal printed in Lviv (=1788, R. Asher's siddur) or from the siddur of R. Shabtai, and not from other editions of the new siddurim". It also brings the words of R. Binyamin Ze'ev of Balta - close disciple of R. Pinchas of Korets: "…the siddur of R. Shabtai is also one of the siddurim we use". The Maggid of Kozhnitz, the Ateret Tzvi of Ziditchov and the Minchat Elazar of Munkacs studied the siddur of R. Shabtai in depth, and annotated it with glosses and commentaries which were later printed. Rebbe Shmuel Abba of Zichlin prayed his entire life from the siddur of R. Shabtai (Lahav Esh, Piotrkow 1935, p. 28).
R. Yisrael of Ruzhin would always pray from the copy of R. Shabtai's siddur actually handwritten by the author. Reputedly, after R. Yisrael of Ruzhin moved to Sadigura, "he constantly asked the people around him to make the effort to go bring him the siddur which he left in Iași, since it was handwritten by R. Shabtai…and when they finally brought the siddur to Sadigura, he exclaimed 'This siddur is my life!'" (Yeshuot Yisrael, Podgórze 1904, II, p. 49).
The kabbalist R. Shabtai son of R. Tzvi Hirsh of Rashkov (Rașcov; b. before 1720? - d. 1781-1784) was a disciple of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov and the latter's sofer. Some say that he was the disciple of R. Dov Ber, the Maggid of Mezeritch. R. Meir of Premishlan the first served as a teacher of young boys in the home of R. Shabtai, and reputedly, the Baal Shem Tov went to visit them, so that they could together make efforts, through Yichudim and kavanot, to cancel the influence of the Frankist movement which had broadened at that time. R. Shabtai was known as an expert copyist and editor of manuscripts, especially holy manuscripts of the teachings of the Arizal and his disciples. Thus for instance, Pri Etz Chaim (by R. Chaim Vital), printed in Korets 1785, contains many additions from the disciples of the Arizal which were not included in the first edition: "This comes to improve upon the first, since we toiled and found a very accurate Pri Etz Chaim, copied by R. Shabtai Rashkover, whose writings are all considered perfect…". Reputedly, the Baal Shem Tov asked R. Shabtai to copy for him the composition of the kabbalist R. Heshel Tzoref, "and he gave it to him to copy, and the time was not ripe, until R. Yisrael Baal Shem was summoned to the Heavenly academy". A wondrous account is related regarding the exceptional holiness of the writings of R. Shabtai, in the name of the rabbi of Otyniyia. Once, a manuscript of the siddur of R. Shabtai mistakenly fell into the fireplace without anyone realizing. The fire burnt on it throughout the entire winter, and nevertheless, only the blank leaves of the manuscript got consumed, the rest remained completely intact. R. Shabtai's year of birth and death are shrouded in mystery. He left behind an illustrious dynasty of Tzaddikim and rebbes, including his son Rebbe Yosef - disciple of R. Pinchas of Korets, his grandson - Rebbe Shlomo Zalmina of Rashkov, his great-grandson - R. Shabtai (the second) of Rashkov, and others (Siddur R. Shabtai, Jerusalem 2008 - biography of the author).
This siddur is based upon previous editions of Ashkenazic siddurim of the Arizal. The first Arizal siddur, printed in Zhovkva in 1781, was compiled by the kabbalist R. Aryeh son of R. Avraham of Zhovkva, with the approbation of the Torah scholars and kabbalists of the Brody Kloiz. Subsequently, R. Asher's siddur was printed in Lviv, 1788, compiled by R. Asher Margolies of Mezhibuzh - disciple of R. Chaim Sanzer of Brody. In the Lviv 1788 edition, errors which crept into the first edition were corrected, and additions based on other books of the writings of the Arizal were added: Etz Chaim, Sefer HaYichudim, Machberet HaKodesh, as well as "the siddur of the great kabbalist, the renowned Chassid, the G-dly man R. Shabtai of Rashkov" (this siddur was then still in manuscript; from R. Asher Margolies' preface to his siddur). R. Shabtai's siddur is thus built upon the siddur printed in Zhovkva 1781, to which R. Shabtai added further important additions from the writings of the Arizal.
Two volumes. Vol. I: 236, 241-248, 253-256, [1], 257-263, 261-344 leaves. Lacking first two leaves (replaced in photocopy). Without [1] leaf between leaves 263 and 261, presumably included in some copies only, with Psalm 107, for Mincha of Shabbat, and the passage from the Zohar "Kegavna" for Kabbalat Shabbat. Vol. II: 62; 99 leaves. Vol. I: 17 cm. Vol. II: 18.5 cm. Condition varies. Many leaves in good-fair condition. Some leaves in fair condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains. Traces of past dampness with mold. Signs of use. Worming, repaired. Damage. Marginal tears to many leaves in various places in both volumes, occasionally slightly affecting text with some minor loss, repaired with paper (many leaves were restored). Many tears and damage to leaves 1-2 of vol. I and final 3 leaves of vol. II, repaired with paper. New leather bindings, placed in a matching leather-covered slipcase.
On p. 225b of the first volume, stamp of the kabbalist R. "Aharon Avraham Slotki, Jerusalem".
This siddur is the first to contain kavanot and customs of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov - prime teacher of the compiler of this siddur, R. Shabtai of Rashkov. The title page states that "Yichudim from the G-dly and holy Baal Shem Tov, whose name is renowned throughout the world" were added to this siddur. Additionally, this siddur is the first to feature the custom of reciting Viyehi Noam and Yoshev BeSeter Elyon seven times at the Chanukah candle lighting ceremony, which the Baal Shem Tov innovated: "And in the name of my teacher R. Yisrael Baal Shem, one should say seven times Viyehi Noam and Yoshev BeSeter in the ordinary way, and he would also recite these Psalms during the High Holidays and at any time of trouble…" (vol. I, p. 336b). Likewise, this is the source of the Baal Shem Tov's custom of refraining from idle talk on Shavuot night until after the Kedushah prayer of Mussaf: "In the name of my teacher, one must be very careful after the Tikkun in the night, not to interrupt with any mundane talk, until after Kedushah in Mussaf…" (vol. II, p. 52b). The page before states: "I received from my teacher, that when Shavuot falls on… one should focus during the reading of the Ten Commandments…". Likewise, he quotes kavanot "from my teacher, which one should focus one during the time of learning early in the morning, as well as kavanot for Hatarat Nedarim (annulment of a vow).
The siddur and its holy author were deemed holy and highly regarded by Chassidim, and especially by great Chassidic leaders. Seder HaDorot HaChadash (Satmar 1941, p. 19a) states: "R. Shabtai Rashkover, the holy kabbalist, composed a siddur with the kavanot of the Arizal, and it was printed a long time ago, and it is very rare…" (this was written in 1865). Michael Levi Rodkinson writes in his book Toldot Amudei HaChabad (Königsberg 1876, pp. 31-32) that when Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi compiled his siddur "he chose the siddur of R. Shabtai Sheftel of Rashkov from amongst the printed siddurim of the Arizal … and for the most part, he based the text of the prayers in his siddur on the siddur of R. Shabtai Rashkover". Imrei Pinchas HaShalem (I, pp. 223-224) quotes R. Yaakov Shimon son of R. Pinchas of Korets: "One must only pray from the rite of the Arizal printed in Lviv (=1788, R. Asher's siddur) or from the siddur of R. Shabtai, and not from other editions of the new siddurim". It also brings the words of R. Binyamin Ze'ev of Balta - close disciple of R. Pinchas of Korets: "…the siddur of R. Shabtai is also one of the siddurim we use". The Maggid of Kozhnitz, the Ateret Tzvi of Ziditchov and the Minchat Elazar of Munkacs studied the siddur of R. Shabtai in depth, and annotated it with glosses and commentaries which were later printed. Rebbe Shmuel Abba of Zichlin prayed his entire life from the siddur of R. Shabtai (Lahav Esh, Piotrkow 1935, p. 28).
R. Yisrael of Ruzhin would always pray from the copy of R. Shabtai's siddur actually handwritten by the author. Reputedly, after R. Yisrael of Ruzhin moved to Sadigura, "he constantly asked the people around him to make the effort to go bring him the siddur which he left in Iași, since it was handwritten by R. Shabtai…and when they finally brought the siddur to Sadigura, he exclaimed 'This siddur is my life!'" (Yeshuot Yisrael, Podgórze 1904, II, p. 49).
The kabbalist R. Shabtai son of R. Tzvi Hirsh of Rashkov (Rașcov; b. before 1720? - d. 1781-1784) was a disciple of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov and the latter's sofer. Some say that he was the disciple of R. Dov Ber, the Maggid of Mezeritch. R. Meir of Premishlan the first served as a teacher of young boys in the home of R. Shabtai, and reputedly, the Baal Shem Tov went to visit them, so that they could together make efforts, through Yichudim and kavanot, to cancel the influence of the Frankist movement which had broadened at that time. R. Shabtai was known as an expert copyist and editor of manuscripts, especially holy manuscripts of the teachings of the Arizal and his disciples. Thus for instance, Pri Etz Chaim (by R. Chaim Vital), printed in Korets 1785, contains many additions from the disciples of the Arizal which were not included in the first edition: "This comes to improve upon the first, since we toiled and found a very accurate Pri Etz Chaim, copied by R. Shabtai Rashkover, whose writings are all considered perfect…". Reputedly, the Baal Shem Tov asked R. Shabtai to copy for him the composition of the kabbalist R. Heshel Tzoref, "and he gave it to him to copy, and the time was not ripe, until R. Yisrael Baal Shem was summoned to the Heavenly academy". A wondrous account is related regarding the exceptional holiness of the writings of R. Shabtai, in the name of the rabbi of Otyniyia. Once, a manuscript of the siddur of R. Shabtai mistakenly fell into the fireplace without anyone realizing. The fire burnt on it throughout the entire winter, and nevertheless, only the blank leaves of the manuscript got consumed, the rest remained completely intact. R. Shabtai's year of birth and death are shrouded in mystery. He left behind an illustrious dynasty of Tzaddikim and rebbes, including his son Rebbe Yosef - disciple of R. Pinchas of Korets, his grandson - Rebbe Shlomo Zalmina of Rashkov, his great-grandson - R. Shabtai (the second) of Rashkov, and others (Siddur R. Shabtai, Jerusalem 2008 - biography of the author).
This siddur is based upon previous editions of Ashkenazic siddurim of the Arizal. The first Arizal siddur, printed in Zhovkva in 1781, was compiled by the kabbalist R. Aryeh son of R. Avraham of Zhovkva, with the approbation of the Torah scholars and kabbalists of the Brody Kloiz. Subsequently, R. Asher's siddur was printed in Lviv, 1788, compiled by R. Asher Margolies of Mezhibuzh - disciple of R. Chaim Sanzer of Brody. In the Lviv 1788 edition, errors which crept into the first edition were corrected, and additions based on other books of the writings of the Arizal were added: Etz Chaim, Sefer HaYichudim, Machberet HaKodesh, as well as "the siddur of the great kabbalist, the renowned Chassid, the G-dly man R. Shabtai of Rashkov" (this siddur was then still in manuscript; from R. Asher Margolies' preface to his siddur). R. Shabtai's siddur is thus built upon the siddur printed in Zhovkva 1781, to which R. Shabtai added further important additions from the writings of the Arizal.
Two volumes. Vol. I: 236, 241-248, 253-256, [1], 257-263, 261-344 leaves. Lacking first two leaves (replaced in photocopy). Without [1] leaf between leaves 263 and 261, presumably included in some copies only, with Psalm 107, for Mincha of Shabbat, and the passage from the Zohar "Kegavna" for Kabbalat Shabbat. Vol. II: 62; 99 leaves. Vol. I: 17 cm. Vol. II: 18.5 cm. Condition varies. Many leaves in good-fair condition. Some leaves in fair condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains. Traces of past dampness with mold. Signs of use. Worming, repaired. Damage. Marginal tears to many leaves in various places in both volumes, occasionally slightly affecting text with some minor loss, repaired with paper (many leaves were restored). Many tears and damage to leaves 1-2 of vol. I and final 3 leaves of vol. II, repaired with paper. New leather bindings, placed in a matching leather-covered slipcase.
On p. 225b of the first volume, stamp of the kabbalist R. "Aharon Avraham Slotki, Jerusalem".
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $8,000
Sold for: $10,000
Including buyer's premium
Tzofnat Pane'ach, homily on Shemot, by R. Yaakov Yosef HaKohen Katz Rabbi of Polonne, author of Toldot Yaakov Yosef. Korets: [Tzvi Hirsh Margolies and son-in-law Shmuel son of Yissachar Ber], [1782]. First edition.
The books of the Toldot Yaakov Yosef are the most important and authentic source of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, containing hundreds of references to teachings the author personally heard from the Baal Shem Tov, emphasized throughout the book and beginning with the words "I heard from my master".
This book was especially cherished by Chassidic leaders, who ascribed great holiness to the author and to his books. The Maggid of Mezeritch commended the author as having merited revelation of Eliyahu and reached lofty heights. R. Pinchas of Korets attested that a book of such stature has never yet existed, and its teachings originate from Heaven. He would customarily say that all new books do not totally conform with the truth, except for the books of the rabbi of Polonne which are "teachings from Paradise", and that with each quotation "heard from my master" one can resurrect the dead (!).
The Chida in Shem HaGedolim writes about this book: "Tzofnat Pane'ach, innovative novellae… homily on the Torah portions of Shemot, delightful homily according to the "Pardes" approaches of interpretation. Authored by R. Yaakov Yosef, who often cited the introductions of his prominent teacher, R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov. And we know that this rabbi already published Toldot Yaakov Yosef, and it is widely acclaimed. And there (in Tzofnat Pane'ach), it says that he authored Ben Porat Yosef. And Tzofnat Pane'ach was printed in Korets in 1782" (Maarechet Sefarim, Tzadi). From the words of the Chida, it appears that of all the books of the Toldot Yaakov Yosef, only this one was before him.
Handwritten inscription on the title page: "Property of the Kloizel of R. Yitzchak Eizik of Berditchev", with the stamp of "The Kloizel of the late R. Yitzchak Eizik Efrati of Berditchev".
[1], 95 leaves. 30.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains and dark stains to some leaves. Worming to several leaves. Marginal tears and damage to title page, repaired with paper. Tears to last two leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Minor damage in several places. Stamps. New, elegant leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 505.
The books of the Toldot Yaakov Yosef are the most important and authentic source of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, containing hundreds of references to teachings the author personally heard from the Baal Shem Tov, emphasized throughout the book and beginning with the words "I heard from my master".
This book was especially cherished by Chassidic leaders, who ascribed great holiness to the author and to his books. The Maggid of Mezeritch commended the author as having merited revelation of Eliyahu and reached lofty heights. R. Pinchas of Korets attested that a book of such stature has never yet existed, and its teachings originate from Heaven. He would customarily say that all new books do not totally conform with the truth, except for the books of the rabbi of Polonne which are "teachings from Paradise", and that with each quotation "heard from my master" one can resurrect the dead (!).
The Chida in Shem HaGedolim writes about this book: "Tzofnat Pane'ach, innovative novellae… homily on the Torah portions of Shemot, delightful homily according to the "Pardes" approaches of interpretation. Authored by R. Yaakov Yosef, who often cited the introductions of his prominent teacher, R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov. And we know that this rabbi already published Toldot Yaakov Yosef, and it is widely acclaimed. And there (in Tzofnat Pane'ach), it says that he authored Ben Porat Yosef. And Tzofnat Pane'ach was printed in Korets in 1782" (Maarechet Sefarim, Tzadi). From the words of the Chida, it appears that of all the books of the Toldot Yaakov Yosef, only this one was before him.
Handwritten inscription on the title page: "Property of the Kloizel of R. Yitzchak Eizik of Berditchev", with the stamp of "The Kloizel of the late R. Yitzchak Eizik Efrati of Berditchev".
[1], 95 leaves. 30.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains and dark stains to some leaves. Worming to several leaves. Marginal tears and damage to title page, repaired with paper. Tears to last two leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Minor damage in several places. Stamps. New, elegant leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 505.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $2,000
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Keter Shem Tov, "All the holy teachings of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov" - selections of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, arranged by R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta (Opatów). Zhovkva: Yehuda Leib Meyerhoffer and Mordechai Rabinstein, [1794]. First edition.
The first part of Keter Shem Tov - renowned compendium of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings. The book contains teachings of the Baal Shem Tov selected from the books of his disciples, R. Yaakov Yosef of Polonne and the Maggid of Mezeritch. This is one of the first compendiums printed of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. The book was published in two parts in Zhovkva, 1794-1795.
Approbations from Rebbe Menachem Mendel of Liska, R. Shlomo of Karlin and R. Avraham Moshe of Pshevorsk are featured at the beginning of the book, followed by the "Tzavaah of the Baal Shem Tov". The subsequent leaf contains a letter which the Baal Shem Tov addressed to his brother-in-law R. Gershon of Kitov, in Eretz Israel.
The compiler of this book, R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta (Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, I, p. 157), authored several popular Chassidic books, including: Or HaGanuz LaTzadikim, the Tefilla Yeshara - Keter Nehora siddur and other books. He was the disciple of R. Uziel Meisels of Ryczywół. He succeeded R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev as rabbi of Żelechów, and later served as rabbi of Biłgoraj. In 1803, he was appointed rabbi of Apta, alongside Rebbe Avraham Yehoshua Heshel, the Ohev Yisrael.
On the title page and several other leaves, signatures of R. "Shmuel Heller", rabbi of Safed (1786-1884, an outstanding Torah scholar, proficient in a range of sciences including medicine. He was raised in the home of the Chozeh of Lublin and following his advice, immigrated to Eretz Israel. Served as rabbi of Safed for 60 years). Signatures of R. "Moshe Deutsch", son-in-law of R. Shmuel Heller's son.
[30] leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, dampstains and wear. Tears to title page, slightly affecting text (the leaf was professionally repaired). Worming to title page and several other leaves, repaired. Open tear to top left-hand corner of leaf 21, not affecting text, repaired. Small marginal open tears to three leaves preceding last leaf, repaired. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 249.
This edition has several variants, with minor typographic variations and differences to the text of the title page (see Bibliography of the Hebrew Book, listing 139450).
The first part of Keter Shem Tov - renowned compendium of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings. The book contains teachings of the Baal Shem Tov selected from the books of his disciples, R. Yaakov Yosef of Polonne and the Maggid of Mezeritch. This is one of the first compendiums printed of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. The book was published in two parts in Zhovkva, 1794-1795.
Approbations from Rebbe Menachem Mendel of Liska, R. Shlomo of Karlin and R. Avraham Moshe of Pshevorsk are featured at the beginning of the book, followed by the "Tzavaah of the Baal Shem Tov". The subsequent leaf contains a letter which the Baal Shem Tov addressed to his brother-in-law R. Gershon of Kitov, in Eretz Israel.
The compiler of this book, R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta (Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, I, p. 157), authored several popular Chassidic books, including: Or HaGanuz LaTzadikim, the Tefilla Yeshara - Keter Nehora siddur and other books. He was the disciple of R. Uziel Meisels of Ryczywół. He succeeded R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev as rabbi of Żelechów, and later served as rabbi of Biłgoraj. In 1803, he was appointed rabbi of Apta, alongside Rebbe Avraham Yehoshua Heshel, the Ohev Yisrael.
On the title page and several other leaves, signatures of R. "Shmuel Heller", rabbi of Safed (1786-1884, an outstanding Torah scholar, proficient in a range of sciences including medicine. He was raised in the home of the Chozeh of Lublin and following his advice, immigrated to Eretz Israel. Served as rabbi of Safed for 60 years). Signatures of R. "Moshe Deutsch", son-in-law of R. Shmuel Heller's son.
[30] leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, dampstains and wear. Tears to title page, slightly affecting text (the leaf was professionally repaired). Worming to title page and several other leaves, repaired. Open tear to top left-hand corner of leaf 21, not affecting text, repaired. Small marginal open tears to three leaves preceding last leaf, repaired. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 249.
This edition has several variants, with minor typographic variations and differences to the text of the title page (see Bibliography of the Hebrew Book, listing 139450).
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