Et Ketz, calculations and gematriot on matters of the future redemption, by R. Yitzchak Chaim HaKohen Cantarini. Amsterdam: Shlomo Proops, [1710]. Only edition.

Half-title with copper-engraved illustration of the Binding of Isaac.

R. Yitzchak Chaim HaKohen Cantarini (1644-1723), a Torah scholar and physician, rabbi in Padua. Taught the Ramchal and authored several works. This book deals with various calculation and proves that the time of redemption has already begun: The first time has already arrived, there is an intermediate time in which the Mashiach will likely be born – this is 1710 (the time the book was printed), and the true, final end time in which the redemption will arrive would be 30 years later – in 1740. This composition had a significant influence on the messianic fervor of the times.

[4], 72 leaves. 18.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Light wear. Tears and open tears to margins of engraving leaf, title page and other leaves, slightly affecting text, mostly repaired with paper. New leather binding, slightly damaged.

Bookplate of Mozes Heiman Gans.