Lot 72
Chesed L'Avraham – Slavita, 1794 – One of the First Books Printed by R. Moshe Shapira Rabbi of Slavita
Chesed L'Avraham, by the kabbalist R. Avraham Azulai. Slavita, [1794]. One of the first books printed by R. Moshe Shapira Rabbi of Slavita (son of R. Pinchas of Korets).
This kabbalistic book was held in high esteem by great Chassidic leaders and is often cited in early Chassidic literature.
The author, R. Avraham Azulai (1570-1644) was born in Fez, Morocco. He immigrated to Eretz Israel and settled in Hebron. When an epidemic broke out in 1619, he fled to Gaza, where he composed this book within five weeks. Most of the book is a collection and arrangement of the teachings of R. Moshe Cordovero, which at that time were still in manuscript form. A small part is from the writings of the Arizal.
Signature on title page.
[6], 87; 8, 8-11, 11-34, [1] leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including large, dark dampstains to approx. first 20 leaves. Minor wear. Marginal open tears to title page and several other leaves (not affecting text), repaired with paper. Worming, slightly affecting text. Censorship stamps on title page. New leather binding.
PLEASE NOTE: Item description was shortened in translation. For further information, please refer to Hebrew text.
