Lot 113
A Commentary on Megilat Esther by Rabbi Elisha Galiko
This commentary of Megilat Esther was written by Rabbi Elisha Galiko of Safed, Venice 1583. Only edition.
The introduction is written by Rabbi Gershon, son of Rabbi Simcha of the house of Kitzgin, a student of the author. Rabbi Gershon is the one who actually printed the book.
Rabbi Elisha Galiko (circa 1520 – circa 1579) was of the greatest sages and leaders of the Safed community. He was born in Italy and moved to Safed in the year 1540. He served in the Beit Din of the Beit Yosef and the "MaBit".
62 leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair Condition. Damage to the upper portion of the first few pages (and pages 2-3 have minimal damage to the text). Title page is in good condition, few stains. Cardboard binding slight tear to spine.
