Lot 166
Shevet Mussar – Constantinople, 1712
Shevet Mussar, 52 chapters of ethics and sermons on the subject of repentance, from Rabbi Eliyahu Hacohen of Izimir. Constantinople, [1712]. First edition.
Includes 52 chapters of ethics and anthologies which are only printed in this edition, and omitted from following editions.
Rabbi Eliyahu Hacohen Ha'itmari of Izimir [Otzar Harabbanim 2129], the son of Rabbi Shlomo Ha'itmari. One of the greatest sages of Izimir. Passed away in 1729. This book was the first of his essays to be published. Authoured "Midrash Talpiyot", "Me'il Tzedakah", "midrash Eliyahu".
Remnants of signatures and ownership inscriptions on both sides of title page – "This is the book of----Rabbi Noach Ashkenazi".
107, 106, 110-165; 50, [6] leaves, 19.5cm. Good condition. Cropped margins, edges not cut straight. Stains. First leaves professionally restored. Title page restored. New semi-leather binding.
