Lot 464
Manuscript, Sefer Ta'amei Hashoreshim – 2 Volumes
Manuscript. The book clarifies the roots of the Hebrew languages deferring to their sources in the Bible and the Sages. Letters Alef till Zain and Letters Nun till Ayin. Rabbi Israel of Lomzha. [early 20th Century, c.1930].
Part of a vast encyclopedic work. The subject matter indicates extensive knowledge in many fields and was probably compiled by an erudite Torah scholar who's knowledge lay far beyond the sphere of grammar and linguistics. [Name of author, according to library catalogue where the manuscript was held in the past].
Vol. I: 378 leaves, 27.5 cm. Vol. II: 289 leaves, 21 cm.. Each page comprises of four columns. Good condition, signs of damp on page margins. New cloth binding.
Also see: "Kedem" Catalogue, Sale 4, Item 481.
