Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
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Sold for: $813
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Two books by R. Baruch of Kosov – first editions. Bound together.
1. Yesod HaEmunah, commentaries on the Torah, Pirkei Avot and selections. Czernowitz: [Johann Eckhardt und Sohn, 1854]. First edition.
2. Amud HaAvodah, explanation of kabbalistic concepts. Czernowitz: [Johann Eckhardt und Sohn], 1854. First edition.
The author, R. Baruch of Kosov (Kosiv; d. 1782), served as maggid in Kosov. In his books, he quotes explanations and principles from the Baal Shem Tov, the Maggid of Mezeritch and their disciples.
The main part of the book is a clear, thorough explanation of many fundamental kabbalistic concepts, reminiscent of the style and approach of the kabbalist R. Yosef Irgas in his book Shomer Emunim.
Two books in one volume. Yesod HaEmunah: [4], 114, [1] leaves. Amud HaAvodah: [2], 5-6, 202 leaves. 24 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Wear and creases to title page of first book, and to several other leaves. Tears to first title page, and tears (including minor open tears) to several other leaves, slightly affecting text, repaired in part. Some worming, slightly affecting text. Stamps. New leather binding.
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1. Yesod HaEmunah, commentaries on the Torah, Pirkei Avot and selections. Czernowitz: [Johann Eckhardt und Sohn, 1854]. First edition.
2. Amud HaAvodah, explanation of kabbalistic concepts. Czernowitz: [Johann Eckhardt und Sohn], 1854. First edition.
The author, R. Baruch of Kosov (Kosiv; d. 1782), served as maggid in Kosov. In his books, he quotes explanations and principles from the Baal Shem Tov, the Maggid of Mezeritch and their disciples.
The main part of the book is a clear, thorough explanation of many fundamental kabbalistic concepts, reminiscent of the style and approach of the kabbalist R. Yosef Irgas in his book Shomer Emunim.
Two books in one volume. Yesod HaEmunah: [4], 114, [1] leaves. Amud HaAvodah: [2], 5-6, 202 leaves. 24 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Wear and creases to title page of first book, and to several other leaves. Tears to first title page, and tears (including minor open tears) to several other leaves, slightly affecting text, repaired in part. Some worming, slightly affecting text. Stamps. New leather binding.
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
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Darchei HaEmunah, Chassidic commentaries on the Torah and festivals, by R. Yosef David HaKohen of Iași. Iași: Tzvi Hirsch Goldner, 1857. Only edition.
Segulah book for protection of the home.
Ownership inscriptions on the title page and leaf 2 of "Yosef, grandson of the Rebbetzin of Graniv", possibly in reference to Rebbetzin Chanah Ita, sister of Rebbe Yisrael of Ruzhin and wife of R. Yitzchak of Graniv (son of R. Mordechai of Kremenets).
The author, R. Yosef David Hakohen (d. 1828), prominent early Chassidic leader. Served as rabbi of Zawałów and later succeeded the Ohev Yisrael as rabbi of Iași, where he set up his Beit Midrash.
[4], 102, 101-102, 105-144, 144-148 leaves. Misfoliation. Extra copies of leaves 99-100, 123-124. 23.5 cm. Stains, including dampstains and dark stains. Worming. Tiny marginal tears (including open tears) to title page and other leaves, not affecting text, repaired in part with tape. Stamp. New leather binding.
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Segulah book for protection of the home.
Ownership inscriptions on the title page and leaf 2 of "Yosef, grandson of the Rebbetzin of Graniv", possibly in reference to Rebbetzin Chanah Ita, sister of Rebbe Yisrael of Ruzhin and wife of R. Yitzchak of Graniv (son of R. Mordechai of Kremenets).
The author, R. Yosef David Hakohen (d. 1828), prominent early Chassidic leader. Served as rabbi of Zawałów and later succeeded the Ohev Yisrael as rabbi of Iași, where he set up his Beit Midrash.
[4], 102, 101-102, 105-144, 144-148 leaves. Misfoliation. Extra copies of leaves 99-100, 123-124. 23.5 cm. Stains, including dampstains and dark stains. Worming. Tiny marginal tears (including open tears) to title page and other leaves, not affecting text, repaired in part with tape. Stamp. New leather binding.
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
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Torat Kohanim with the Asirit HaEifah commentary, by Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin, rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno, author of Heichal HaBerachah. Lviv, 1848. First edition.
Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin of Zidichov and Komarno (1806-1874), a G-dly kabbalist and leading transmitter of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. His books, in particular the Heichal HaBerachah commentary, are considered classic Chassidic works cherished by prominent Chassidic leaders.
On the title page, stamp of R. Yehuda Segal Rosner Rabbi of Sekelhid (Székelyhíd, Săcueni; 1870-1944), a leading Hungarian rabbi. Served as dean of the Sekelhid yeshiva, one of the largest and most prominent Hungarian yeshivot. Perished in the Holocaust.
[2], 158 leaves. Misfoliation. Extra copy of leaf 54 (with printing errors). 36.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including large dampstains. Worming, affecting text. Old binding.
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Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin of Zidichov and Komarno (1806-1874), a G-dly kabbalist and leading transmitter of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. His books, in particular the Heichal HaBerachah commentary, are considered classic Chassidic works cherished by prominent Chassidic leaders.
On the title page, stamp of R. Yehuda Segal Rosner Rabbi of Sekelhid (Székelyhíd, Săcueni; 1870-1944), a leading Hungarian rabbi. Served as dean of the Sekelhid yeshiva, one of the largest and most prominent Hungarian yeshivot. Perished in the Holocaust.
[2], 158 leaves. Misfoliation. Extra copy of leaf 54 (with printing errors). 36.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including large dampstains. Worming, affecting text. Old binding.
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
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Tractate Shekalim of the Jerusalem Talmud, with the Pnei Zaken commentary, by R. Yitzchak Eizik Safrin of Komárno. Lviv, 1851. Only edition.
In his preface, the author writes that he composed Pnei Zaken "to endear the words of our Sages… whoever studies it will find pleasure in the World to Come…".
[1], 2-21, 23-24, 24-28, [1] leaves (misfoliation). 38 cm. Wide margins. Good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Stamps. New binding.
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In his preface, the author writes that he composed Pnei Zaken "to endear the words of our Sages… whoever studies it will find pleasure in the World to Come…".
[1], 2-21, 23-24, 24-28, [1] leaves (misfoliation). 38 cm. Wide margins. Good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Stamps. New binding.
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
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Sold for: $938
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Netiv Mitzvotecha, introductions and explanations on faith, worship of G-d and yichudim, with Otzar HaChaim Part I, Bereshit – on the 613 commandments according to the Pardes approaches, by Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin of Komarno. Lviv: Michael F. Poremba, 1858. First edition.
Divisional title page for Otzar HaChaim part.
Lengthy and interesting preface by the author, at the end of which he promises anyone who assists in publishing the book or helps his Chassidim: " …those who support us… G-d will protect them from all illness and affliction, and their prestige and fortune will be raised with blessing, wealth, honor and happiness, good fortune, sons, life and livelihood".
In his book Zohar Chai, the author guarantees that anyone who studies the present work will rest in the World to Come without needing to return as a Gilgul.
The author, Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin Rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno (1806-1874), was a G-dly kabbalist and leading transmitter of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. His books, in particular the Heichal HaBerachah commentary, are considered classic Chassidic works cherished by prominent Chassidic leaders.
40, [1]; 26, [1] leaves. 25 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including dark dampstains. Minor wear to some leaves. Tears, including minor open tears to several leaves, slightly affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Trimmed ownership inscriptions on title page and following leaf. New binding.
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Divisional title page for Otzar HaChaim part.
Lengthy and interesting preface by the author, at the end of which he promises anyone who assists in publishing the book or helps his Chassidim: " …those who support us… G-d will protect them from all illness and affliction, and their prestige and fortune will be raised with blessing, wealth, honor and happiness, good fortune, sons, life and livelihood".
In his book Zohar Chai, the author guarantees that anyone who studies the present work will rest in the World to Come without needing to return as a Gilgul.
The author, Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin Rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno (1806-1874), was a G-dly kabbalist and leading transmitter of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. His books, in particular the Heichal HaBerachah commentary, are considered classic Chassidic works cherished by prominent Chassidic leaders.
40, [1]; 26, [1] leaves. 25 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including dark dampstains. Minor wear to some leaves. Tears, including minor open tears to several leaves, slightly affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Trimmed ownership inscriptions on title page and following leaf. New binding.
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
Opening: $500
Sold for: $2,250
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Six Orders of the Mishnah, with the commentaries of R. Ovadia of Bartenura and Tosafot Yom Tov, and with the Maaseh Oreg, Pnei Zaken and Atzei Eden commentaries, by Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin, rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno. Lviv, 1862. First edition, second issue. Title page of Order Nezikin printed in black and gold.
The author, Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin Rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno (1806-1874), a G-dly kabbalist and leading transmitter of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. His books, in particular the Heichal HaBerachah commentary, are considered classic Chassidic works cherished by prominent Chassidic leaders.
Six volumes. Zera'im: [5], 97, 26, 92, [1] leaves. Mo'ed: [1], 59, 61-142, [1] leaves. Nashim: [1], 129, [1] leaves. Nezikin: [1], 4, 7-14, 17-184 leaves. Extra copy of leaf 171, with slight variations. Kodashim: [1], 94, 43 leaves. Taharot: [1], 295 leaves. Lacking final leaf. Extra copies of leaves 117-118. 17-18.5 cm. Condition varies. Vol. I in good condition, other volumes in fair to fair-good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Traces of past dampness with mold in several places. Wear to vol. II. Tears, including open tears affecting text (tears to title pages of Kodashim and Taharot, affecting borders, and large tears to final leaves of Kodashim), repaired in part with paper and tape. Worming affecting text in some volumes. Stamps. Leaves trimmed close to text in several places. New bindings.
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The author, Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin Rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno (1806-1874), a G-dly kabbalist and leading transmitter of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. His books, in particular the Heichal HaBerachah commentary, are considered classic Chassidic works cherished by prominent Chassidic leaders.
Six volumes. Zera'im: [5], 97, 26, 92, [1] leaves. Mo'ed: [1], 59, 61-142, [1] leaves. Nashim: [1], 129, [1] leaves. Nezikin: [1], 4, 7-14, 17-184 leaves. Extra copy of leaf 171, with slight variations. Kodashim: [1], 94, 43 leaves. Taharot: [1], 295 leaves. Lacking final leaf. Extra copies of leaves 117-118. 17-18.5 cm. Condition varies. Vol. I in good condition, other volumes in fair to fair-good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Traces of past dampness with mold in several places. Wear to vol. II. Tears, including open tears affecting text (tears to title pages of Kodashim and Taharot, affecting borders, and large tears to final leaves of Kodashim), repaired in part with paper and tape. Worming affecting text in some volumes. Stamps. Leaves trimmed close to text in several places. New bindings.
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
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Zohar Chai, kabbalistic and Chassidic commentary on the Zohar, by Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin, rabbi of Zidichov (Zhydachiv) and Komarno, author of Heichal HaBerachah. Lviv-Premishla (Przemyśl), 1875-[1880]. First edition. Four of five parts (without part V – Books Vayikra-Devarim).
Zohar Chai is an original and profound commentary on the Zohar, based on fundamentals of the teachings of the Arizal and the Baal Shem Tov.
The author, Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin Rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno (1806-1874), a G-dly kabbalist and leading transmitter of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. His books, in particular the Heichal HaBerachah commentary, are considered classic Chassidic works cherished by prominent Chassidic leaders.
Stamp on title page of vol. II.
Four volumes. Without vol. V – Vayikra-Devarim. Vol. I (Bereshit, part I): [4], 215 leaves. Vol. II (Bereshit, part II): [1], 216-348, 348-456, [1] leaves. Vol. III (Shemot, part I): [4], 166 leaves. Vol. IV (Shemot, part II): [1], 2-284, [3] leaves. Lacking two leaves after title page. 22.5-24 cm. Dry and brittle paper (somewhat browned in some places). Overall good-fair condition, several leaves in some volumes in fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Tears, including minor open tears (with tears to title page), affecting text, repaired in part with paper and tape. Sellotape repairs to several leaves, affecting text. Marginal paper repairs to title page and other leaves. Stamps and handwritten inscriptions in some volumes. New bindings.
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Zohar Chai is an original and profound commentary on the Zohar, based on fundamentals of the teachings of the Arizal and the Baal Shem Tov.
The author, Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin Rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno (1806-1874), a G-dly kabbalist and leading transmitter of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. His books, in particular the Heichal HaBerachah commentary, are considered classic Chassidic works cherished by prominent Chassidic leaders.
Stamp on title page of vol. II.
Four volumes. Without vol. V – Vayikra-Devarim. Vol. I (Bereshit, part I): [4], 215 leaves. Vol. II (Bereshit, part II): [1], 216-348, 348-456, [1] leaves. Vol. III (Shemot, part I): [4], 166 leaves. Vol. IV (Shemot, part II): [1], 2-284, [3] leaves. Lacking two leaves after title page. 22.5-24 cm. Dry and brittle paper (somewhat browned in some places). Overall good-fair condition, several leaves in some volumes in fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Tears, including minor open tears (with tears to title page), affecting text, repaired in part with paper and tape. Sellotape repairs to several leaves, affecting text. Marginal paper repairs to title page and other leaves. Stamps and handwritten inscriptions in some volumes. New bindings.
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
Opening: $500
Sold for: $1,875
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Arvei Nachal on the Torah by R. David Shlomo Eybeschutz Rabbi of Soroca. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the rabbi of Slavita, 1858.
199; 86; 112; 150; 214 pages. 22 cm. Partially browned paper. Fair condition. Stains, including many dark stains (some leaves significantly browned over time). Worming, affecting text. Tear to title page, slightly affecting border, repaired with paper on verso. Marginal paper repairs to title page and several other leaves. Stamp. New leather binding.
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199; 86; 112; 150; 214 pages. 22 cm. Partially browned paper. Fair condition. Stains, including many dark stains (some leaves significantly browned over time). Worming, affecting text. Tear to title page, slightly affecting border, repaired with paper on verso. Marginal paper repairs to title page and several other leaves. Stamp. New leather binding.
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
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Birkat David, Chassidic and Kabbalistic homilies on the Torah and festivals, by Rebbe David of Tolna. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the rabbi of Slavita, 1862. First edition.
Printed during the lifetime of the author Rebbe David Twersky of Tolna (1808-1882), son of Rebbe Mordechai of Chernobyl. Blessings of the author, who was known as a wonder-worker: "We shall merit pure future joy, and constant blessings".
Originally printed with two title pages and two prefaces, with only slight differences between them. The present copy only comprises the second title page and preface.
143 pages. Lacking first [4] pages, with first title page and preface. 21.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Worming, slightly affecting text. Minor marginal tear to title page, repaired with paper, and minor tears in several other places. New binding.
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Printed during the lifetime of the author Rebbe David Twersky of Tolna (1808-1882), son of Rebbe Mordechai of Chernobyl. Blessings of the author, who was known as a wonder-worker: "We shall merit pure future joy, and constant blessings".
Originally printed with two title pages and two prefaces, with only slight differences between them. The present copy only comprises the second title page and preface.
143 pages. Lacking first [4] pages, with first title page and preface. 21.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Worming, slightly affecting text. Minor marginal tear to title page, repaired with paper, and minor tears in several other places. New binding.
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
Opening: $300
Sold for: $688
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Magen David, Chassidic essays on the Torah portions and the festivals, by Rebbe David Twersky of Tolna. Lviv: Yaakov Ehrenpreis, [1880]. Third edition, printed in the author's lifetime.
Segulah book – in the author's letter to the publisher (not present in this copy, see below), he writes and blesses: "Any wise-hearted man who purchases this book and studies it, I hope it will be a cure for his body and soul, in spiritual and material matters, in this world and in the next, he will experience temporary and eternal success…".
Rebbe David Twersky of Tolna (1808-1882), son of Rebbe Mordechai of Chernobyl. Rebbe in Vasilkov and later in Tolna. He was one of the foremost leaders of Ukrainian Jewry, and a rebbe to thousands of Chassidim. Reputedly, many were aroused to repentance from hearing his teachings, including numerous maskilim.
[2], 3-104, [1] leaves. 23 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Marginal open tears to title page. Leaves trimmed with damage to edge of text and headings in several places. New leather binding.
Without first title page (with author's letter to publisher on verso). This first title page does not appear in the Otzar HaChochmah or the NLI digitized copies. The present copy does however include the leaf with the publisher's foreword and lineage (presumably added to some copies only).
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Segulah book – in the author's letter to the publisher (not present in this copy, see below), he writes and blesses: "Any wise-hearted man who purchases this book and studies it, I hope it will be a cure for his body and soul, in spiritual and material matters, in this world and in the next, he will experience temporary and eternal success…".
Rebbe David Twersky of Tolna (1808-1882), son of Rebbe Mordechai of Chernobyl. Rebbe in Vasilkov and later in Tolna. He was one of the foremost leaders of Ukrainian Jewry, and a rebbe to thousands of Chassidim. Reputedly, many were aroused to repentance from hearing his teachings, including numerous maskilim.
[2], 3-104, [1] leaves. 23 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Marginal open tears to title page. Leaves trimmed with damage to edge of text and headings in several places. New leather binding.
Without first title page (with author's letter to publisher on verso). This first title page does not appear in the Otzar HaChochmah or the NLI digitized copies. The present copy does however include the leaf with the publisher's foreword and lineage (presumably added to some copies only).
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
Opening: $1,000
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Ohev Yisrael, Chassidic homiletics on the Torah portions, by Rebbe Avraham Yehoshua Heshel of Apta. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the rabbi of Slavita, 1863. First edition.
[1], 117 leaves. 22 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Worming, affecting text in several places. Margins of one leaf trimmed close to text. Stamp. New leather binding.
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[1], 117 leaves. 22 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Worming, affecting text in several places. Margins of one leaf trimmed close to text. Stamp. New leather binding.
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Auction 90 Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Letters, Ceremonial Art
Feb 14, 2023
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Nachalat Yehoshua, Chassidic supercommentary to Rashi's commentary on the Torah, by R. Yehoshua Heshel Rabbi of Chołojów (Vuzlove). Lviv: Edward Winiarz, 1854. Only edition, rare.
Two parts in one volume. Divisional title pages.
The author, R. Yehoshua Heshel Efrati (d. 1852), was a close disciple of the Ohev Yisrael of Apta, whom he quotes extensively in this work. Rabbi of Tartakov, Pomorin and Chołojów.
[2], 102, [1]; [1], 104-145 leaves. 23.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Worming to title page and several other leaves, affecting text, with slight damage to first title page border. Margins of title page reinforced with paper. New binding.
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Two parts in one volume. Divisional title pages.
The author, R. Yehoshua Heshel Efrati (d. 1852), was a close disciple of the Ohev Yisrael of Apta, whom he quotes extensively in this work. Rabbi of Tartakov, Pomorin and Chołojów.
[2], 102, [1]; [1], 104-145 leaves. 23.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Worming to title page and several other leaves, affecting text, with slight damage to first title page border. Margins of title page reinforced with paper. New binding.
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