Lot 113
Toldot Aharon (R. Aharon of Zhitomir) – Berditchev, 1817 – First Edition
Toldot Aharon, Chassidic and kabbalistic essays on the Torah portions, by R. Aharon of Zhitomir (close disciple of R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev). Berditchev (Berdychiv): R. Yisrael Bak, [1817]. First edition.
Toldot Aharon contains inspirational sermons and guidance in worship of G-d based on Chassidic teachings, recorded by one of the disciples of R. Aharon of Zhitomir. The book is written in an animated, passionate style, and quotes dozens of teachings received by the author from his prime teacher, R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev.
[2], 20, [2], 21-36, 40-191 leaves (misfoliation). 21.5 cm. Bluish paper. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Wear. Large open tears to title page, affecting text, repaired with paper (title page comprised of two title page fragments from two different copies, completing each other). Open tears to other leaves, slightly affecting text on one leaf. Worming, affecting text. New leather binding.
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