Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $800
Sold for: $1,125
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A letter from the Remailles Yeshiva in Vilna, to the Jewish community committee in Montreal (Canada). Hand-signed and stamped by Rabbi Chaim Ozer Grodzinski. Vilna, Adar 1939.
Rabbi Chaim Ozer Grodzinski (1863-1940), leader of his generation and rabbi to the entire Diaspora. At age 11, he began his studies in the Volozhin Yeshiva and numbered amongst the disciples of Rabbi Chaim of Brisk. At age 24, he was appointed as Rabbi and Dayan in Vilna. He shouldered the community responsibilities and together with the "Chafetz Chaim" was the deciding factor in all communal problems that arose throughout the Diaspora over many years. Founder and president of the " Va'ad HaYeshivot" (Yeshiva Council). Principal of the Remailles Yeshiva in Vilna.
Official notepaper of the Yeshiva 28.5 cm. Good condition, fold marks.
Rabbi Chaim Ozer Grodzinski (1863-1940), leader of his generation and rabbi to the entire Diaspora. At age 11, he began his studies in the Volozhin Yeshiva and numbered amongst the disciples of Rabbi Chaim of Brisk. At age 24, he was appointed as Rabbi and Dayan in Vilna. He shouldered the community responsibilities and together with the "Chafetz Chaim" was the deciding factor in all communal problems that arose throughout the Diaspora over many years. Founder and president of the " Va'ad HaYeshivot" (Yeshiva Council). Principal of the Remailles Yeshiva in Vilna.
Official notepaper of the Yeshiva 28.5 cm. Good condition, fold marks.
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $2,500
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A letter from Rabbi Avraham Yeshayahu Karelitz, author of "Chazon Ish". Zichron Meir, B"nei Brak, 1949.
Wishes for success: "good wishes and eternal success in navigating the peaks of Torah, one who seeks his Torah welfare, Avraham Yeashayahu".
Rabbi Avraham Yeshayahu Karelitz, author of "Chazon Ish" (1879-1954) modern-day genius in Halachic Law and Jewish Philosophy. A great Torah leader and saintly man who remained unknown for many years. He published his first work "Chazon Ish" anonymously, and from then on was known by the name of his book. After World War I he settled in Vilna. Rabbi Chaim Ozer who recognized him for his true worth, prompted him to become involved in guiding World Jewry, and when he emigrated to Eretz Israel in 1933, inundated him with rulings relevant to the Torah Settlement in Eretz Israel. He encouraged revival and fulfillment of Jewish laws applicable to the land (of Israel), and was the instigating power behind the resurgence of contempary Torah life and Chassidut. Tens of books of "Chazon Ish" were written and published on almost all the themes in Talmud, fruit of his intense labour and study.
He encouraged the youth and instilled in them his values for Torah study. Most probably the recipient of the letter was also one of his young acquaintances. His letters have been compiled into a three-volume work, "Kovetz Igrot – Chazon Ish".
17 x 11 cm. Very good condition.
Wishes for success: "good wishes and eternal success in navigating the peaks of Torah, one who seeks his Torah welfare, Avraham Yeashayahu".
Rabbi Avraham Yeshayahu Karelitz, author of "Chazon Ish" (1879-1954) modern-day genius in Halachic Law and Jewish Philosophy. A great Torah leader and saintly man who remained unknown for many years. He published his first work "Chazon Ish" anonymously, and from then on was known by the name of his book. After World War I he settled in Vilna. Rabbi Chaim Ozer who recognized him for his true worth, prompted him to become involved in guiding World Jewry, and when he emigrated to Eretz Israel in 1933, inundated him with rulings relevant to the Torah Settlement in Eretz Israel. He encouraged revival and fulfillment of Jewish laws applicable to the land (of Israel), and was the instigating power behind the resurgence of contempary Torah life and Chassidut. Tens of books of "Chazon Ish" were written and published on almost all the themes in Talmud, fruit of his intense labour and study.
He encouraged the youth and instilled in them his values for Torah study. Most probably the recipient of the letter was also one of his young acquaintances. His letters have been compiled into a three-volume work, "Kovetz Igrot – Chazon Ish".
17 x 11 cm. Very good condition.
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $700
Sold for: $3,250
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Letter of ordination for the rabbinate in handwriting and signature of Rabbi “Yechiel Michel HaLevi Epstein”. Novardok, 15 Av, (1902), including his signature in Hebrew and Russian.
Rabbi Yechiel Michal Epshtein (1829-1908), a leading halachic authority in Lithuania. Author of "Aruch Ha-Shulchan" and many other books. Disciple of Rabbi Eliyahu, Av-Beit-Din Babruysk and disciple of Rabbi Itzale of Volozhin. Son-in-law of Rabbi Ya'akov Berlin (The Netziv's father) and father-in-law through second marriage of his brother-in-law the Netziv (to mother of Rabbi Meir Bar-Ilan).
Receiver of ordination: The famous Ga’on Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965, Otzar HaRabbanim 11605), author of Divrei Yerucham, disciple of Rabbi Chaim of Brisk, Rabbi Eliezer Gordon, Rabbi Shimon Shkop and the Saba of Novardok, in the Yeshivot of Volozhin and Telz. Served in the rabbinate, however, during the majority of his years abroad served as Rosh Mativta of the Novardok yeshiva and the Beit Yosef yeshiva in Warsaw, where he was well-known as one of the Torah giants of the city. In 1933 he immigrated to Jerusalem. Composed many books on the intricate Sugiot of the Shas and Rambam: Divrei Yerucham (Biłgoraj, 1931), Beit Yerucham, Shalmei Yerucham, Darkei Yerucham, Olat Yerucham and more.
21.5 cm, dozens of handwritten lines. Fair condition. Worn, minor tears in folds and margins.
Rabbi Yechiel Michal Epshtein (1829-1908), a leading halachic authority in Lithuania. Author of "Aruch Ha-Shulchan" and many other books. Disciple of Rabbi Eliyahu, Av-Beit-Din Babruysk and disciple of Rabbi Itzale of Volozhin. Son-in-law of Rabbi Ya'akov Berlin (The Netziv's father) and father-in-law through second marriage of his brother-in-law the Netziv (to mother of Rabbi Meir Bar-Ilan).
Receiver of ordination: The famous Ga’on Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965, Otzar HaRabbanim 11605), author of Divrei Yerucham, disciple of Rabbi Chaim of Brisk, Rabbi Eliezer Gordon, Rabbi Shimon Shkop and the Saba of Novardok, in the Yeshivot of Volozhin and Telz. Served in the rabbinate, however, during the majority of his years abroad served as Rosh Mativta of the Novardok yeshiva and the Beit Yosef yeshiva in Warsaw, where he was well-known as one of the Torah giants of the city. In 1933 he immigrated to Jerusalem. Composed many books on the intricate Sugiot of the Shas and Rambam: Divrei Yerucham (Biłgoraj, 1931), Beit Yerucham, Shalmei Yerucham, Darkei Yerucham, Olat Yerucham and more.
21.5 cm, dozens of handwritten lines. Fair condition. Worn, minor tears in folds and margins.
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $1,200
Sold for: $1,875
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Letter of ordination for the rabbinate, in handwriting, signed by Rabbi Refael Shapiro, Rosh Yeshiva of Volozhin. (1902).
The Ga’on Rabbi Refael Shapiro, Rosh Yeshiva of Volozhin (1837-1921), for additional information related to him see item 477.
Receiver of ordination: Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965), disciple of Volozhin and Telz Yeshivot. For additional information related to him see previous item.
26 cm. 14 handwritten lines, including official stamp. Fair condition, tears on folds and margins.
The Ga’on Rabbi Refael Shapiro, Rosh Yeshiva of Volozhin (1837-1921), for additional information related to him see item 477.
Receiver of ordination: Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965), disciple of Volozhin and Telz Yeshivot. For additional information related to him see previous item.
26 cm. 14 handwritten lines, including official stamp. Fair condition, tears on folds and margins.
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![Letter of Rabbinate from the Kazloshtzina congregation to the Ga’on Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig. Kazloshtzina, Av, [1902].](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale12-public/482.jpg "Letter of Rabbinate to Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig")
Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $200
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Letter of Rabbinate from the Kazloshtzina congregation to the Ga’on Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig. Kazloshtzina, Av, [1902].
“The Rabbi is obligated to instruct us as to the right path to follow. And to speak on Shabbat…”. Includes 31 signatures of great and respected personalities of the city.
The well-known Ga’on Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965, Otzar HaRabbanim 11605), author of Divrei Yerucham, for additional information related to him see item 480. In the introduction of his book Divrei Yerucham he recounts his brief service in the rabbinate of Kazloshtzina which is in close proximity to Slonim, a position which Rabbi Zvi Aryeh Shachor took over.
35 cm. leaf. (Some of the signatures are on the other side of the leaf). Fair condition, tears on folds and margins. Scotch tape damages.
“The Rabbi is obligated to instruct us as to the right path to follow. And to speak on Shabbat…”. Includes 31 signatures of great and respected personalities of the city.
The well-known Ga’on Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965, Otzar HaRabbanim 11605), author of Divrei Yerucham, for additional information related to him see item 480. In the introduction of his book Divrei Yerucham he recounts his brief service in the rabbinate of Kazloshtzina which is in close proximity to Slonim, a position which Rabbi Zvi Aryeh Shachor took over.
35 cm. leaf. (Some of the signatures are on the other side of the leaf). Fair condition, tears on folds and margins. Scotch tape damages.
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $1,000
Sold for: $2,375
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Handwritten lengthy erudite Torah letter, by the Ga’on Rabbi Shimon Yehudah HaCohen Shkop, including his signature. [Grodna, 1931].
The letter contains comments on the book Divrei Yerucham (Biłgoraj, 1931).From his disciple, Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig [for additional information related to him seeprevious items and next item]: “In his book chapter 11, 12 he presents the sayings of Rabbi Eliezer Gordon, his response to his question on the Ktzot HaChoshen…”.
Rabbi Shimon Yehudah HaCohen Shkop (1860-1940, Otzar HaRabbanim 19962), disciple of Rabbi Chaim Soloveitchik of the Volozhin yeshiva who instructed him in the intricate and deep methodologies of Torah. At age 24 he became Rosh Mativta in the yeshiva of Telz [established by his uncle, Rabbi Eliezer Gordon], where he taught his method of study, an approach which captivated the entire Torah world until this very day. Among his prominent disciples during that period: Rabbi Elchanan Wasserman, and receiver of the letter Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig. In 1920 was requested to head the Sha’ar HaTorah Yeshiva in Grodna. Among his books : Sha’arei Yosher, Ma’arechet HaKinyanim and Chidushei Rabbi Shimon Yehudah HaCohen.
Formal stationary paper, 27.5 cm., written on both sides (45 handwritten lines). Fair condition, tears on folds and margins, scotch
The letter contains comments on the book Divrei Yerucham (Biłgoraj, 1931).From his disciple, Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig [for additional information related to him seeprevious items and next item]: “In his book chapter 11, 12 he presents the sayings of Rabbi Eliezer Gordon, his response to his question on the Ktzot HaChoshen…”.
Rabbi Shimon Yehudah HaCohen Shkop (1860-1940, Otzar HaRabbanim 19962), disciple of Rabbi Chaim Soloveitchik of the Volozhin yeshiva who instructed him in the intricate and deep methodologies of Torah. At age 24 he became Rosh Mativta in the yeshiva of Telz [established by his uncle, Rabbi Eliezer Gordon], where he taught his method of study, an approach which captivated the entire Torah world until this very day. Among his prominent disciples during that period: Rabbi Elchanan Wasserman, and receiver of the letter Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig. In 1920 was requested to head the Sha’ar HaTorah Yeshiva in Grodna. Among his books : Sha’arei Yosher, Ma’arechet HaKinyanim and Chidushei Rabbi Shimon Yehudah HaCohen.
Formal stationary paper, 27.5 cm., written on both sides (45 handwritten lines). Fair condition, tears on folds and margins, scotch
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $1,000
Sold for: $2,125
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A letter by Rabbi Baruch Dov Leibowitz, Rosh Yeshiva of Kaminetz, to Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig. Kaminetz, 1932.
A letter of thanks for the book Divrei Yerucham (Belogorya, 1931): "To The Renowned Gaon… Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig in Warsaw… I have received his nice book… Torah scholars in our yeshiva find pleasure in his book".
Rabbi Baruch Dov (Ber) Leibowitz (1864-1940), one of the leading disciples of Rabbi Chaim of Brisk in the Volozhin Yeshiva. He succeeded his father in law, Rabbi Zimmerman in the Halusk rabbinate and established a yeshiva there. After 13 years, he was asked to serve as Rosh Yeshiva of Knesset Beit Yitzchak in Slobodka which eventually moved to Vilna and Kaminetz. He was one of the leading Torah teachers of his generation. He wrote Birkat Shmuel on Talmudical issues – his Torah teachings are one of the basic building blocks of Torah study in depth.
Letter recipient: Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965), a disciple of Rabbi Chaim of Brisk and Rabbi Shimon Shkop, a prominent Torah scholar in Warsaw and Jerusalem. See further information about him in Item ???
Official stationary of the yeshiva, with a photograph of Rabbi Yitzchak Elchanan. 29 cm. c. 18 handwritten lines, his stamp and signature. Good-fair condition, wear and tears to folds and margins, minor creases.
A letter of thanks for the book Divrei Yerucham (Belogorya, 1931): "To The Renowned Gaon… Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig in Warsaw… I have received his nice book… Torah scholars in our yeshiva find pleasure in his book".
Rabbi Baruch Dov (Ber) Leibowitz (1864-1940), one of the leading disciples of Rabbi Chaim of Brisk in the Volozhin Yeshiva. He succeeded his father in law, Rabbi Zimmerman in the Halusk rabbinate and established a yeshiva there. After 13 years, he was asked to serve as Rosh Yeshiva of Knesset Beit Yitzchak in Slobodka which eventually moved to Vilna and Kaminetz. He was one of the leading Torah teachers of his generation. He wrote Birkat Shmuel on Talmudical issues – his Torah teachings are one of the basic building blocks of Torah study in depth.
Letter recipient: Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965), a disciple of Rabbi Chaim of Brisk and Rabbi Shimon Shkop, a prominent Torah scholar in Warsaw and Jerusalem. See further information about him in Item ???
Official stationary of the yeshiva, with a photograph of Rabbi Yitzchak Elchanan. 29 cm. c. 18 handwritten lines, his stamp and signature. Good-fair condition, wear and tears to folds and margins, minor creases.
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $300
Sold for: $525
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Collection of letters, papers and documents from the household of Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig. Various letters from Yeshiva principals and relatives, sent to him or to his wife. Receipts, the Rebbetzin's will. Letters from Rabbi S. Y. Zevin, Rabbi Yechiel Mordechai Gordon, Rabbi Ovadiah Hodayah, the heads of the Novhardok yeshivas, and more.
Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965, Otzar HaRabbanim 11605), author of "Divrei Yerucham", son-in-law of Rabbi Ya'akov Zerach Feinstein. More details in accompanying items.
Approx. 19 items. Varying state and size.
Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965, Otzar HaRabbanim 11605), author of "Divrei Yerucham", son-in-law of Rabbi Ya'akov Zerach Feinstein. More details in accompanying items.
Approx. 19 items. Varying state and size.
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $180
Sold for: $275
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1. Autobiographic list – genealogy and life history of Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig, handwritten by himself when approaching old age. The author recalls his studies in the Yeshivas and under Rabbi Chaim of Brisk, of his marriage with the only daughter of Rabbi Ya'akov Zerach of Wolkowisk and of the dowry she brought. Of his ventures in the business world and his departure from it. Of his studies in the Novhardok Yeshiva, in the city of Warsaw and in B'nei Brak, of the contents of the books he authored and other matters. In the sheet margin, he notes to the editor of his books in a shaky hand that "I am describing my books and have no wish to embark on my personal history"
4 handwritten pages, 25 x 12 cm. + 1 typewritten folio (A4) page. Good-fair condition.
2. An interesting financial agreement concerning his nuptial dowry, signed by the groom and witnesses. [Codicil to the engagement contract]. Wolkowisk, 1900.
35 cm. Good-fair condition.
Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965 , Otzar HaRabbanim 11605), author of "Divrei Yerucham", son-in-law of Rabbi Ya'akov Zerach Feinstein. More details in accompanying items.
4 handwritten pages, 25 x 12 cm. + 1 typewritten folio (A4) page. Good-fair condition.
2. An interesting financial agreement concerning his nuptial dowry, signed by the groom and witnesses. [Codicil to the engagement contract]. Wolkowisk, 1900.
35 cm. Good-fair condition.
Rabbi Yerucham Asher Warhaftig (1873-1965 , Otzar HaRabbanim 11605), author of "Divrei Yerucham", son-in-law of Rabbi Ya'akov Zerach Feinstein. More details in accompanying items.
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $500
Sold for: $625
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A letter of recommendation from the principal of Yeshivat HaNegev, Rabbi Yissachar Meir, to accept a student to the Yeshiva. Another recommendation has been added to the page margin, three rows handwritten and signed by the Steipler: "Please G-d. I add my request to accept the aforementioned student and assist him to succeed in Torah and devotion, it would be an exceptional deed. In prayer, Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky". Kislev 1975.
20 cm. Good condition, fold marks and light stains.
20 cm. Good condition, fold marks and light stains.
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $350
Sold for: $438
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A letter with instructions for the printer of the books Kehillot Ya'akov, in the handwriting of Rabbi Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky, the Steipler.
"Please don't print Siman 23… because I need to make corrections. Finish printing Siman 22 and afterward from Siman 24 consecutively". (Unsigned).
The Rabbi of Hornistopol (the Steipler), used to toil throughout the nights writing his books, making correction after correction to elucidate issues for the benefit of yeshiva students. Even after he delivered his novella to print, he would sometimes make corrections on the early drafts, thinking that there was yet room for improvement. (Toldot Ya'akov, pg. 209).
21X9 cm. Good condition, folding marks.
"Please don't print Siman 23… because I need to make corrections. Finish printing Siman 22 and afterward from Siman 24 consecutively". (Unsigned).
The Rabbi of Hornistopol (the Steipler), used to toil throughout the nights writing his books, making correction after correction to elucidate issues for the benefit of yeshiva students. Even after he delivered his novella to print, he would sometimes make corrections on the early drafts, thinking that there was yet room for improvement. (Toldot Ya'akov, pg. 209).
21X9 cm. Good condition, folding marks.
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Auction 12 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
October 21, 2010
Opening: $400
Sold for: $575
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A letter appealing to the administration of "Batei Avot" in B"nei Brak to accept a (girl) student to the dormitory. Tishrei 1960.
At the end of the letter, the Tchebiner Rebbe, endorses the request with his signature Rabbi "Dov Berish Wiedenfeld". It is followed by a handwritten and signed request from Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Auerbach "I wholeheartedly sanction this great appeal……the importance of saving souls. And sign with a wealth of blessing, Shlomo Zalman Auerbach"
2 pages, 20.5 cm. Good condition. Filing hole.
At the end of the letter, the Tchebiner Rebbe, endorses the request with his signature Rabbi "Dov Berish Wiedenfeld". It is followed by a handwritten and signed request from Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Auerbach "I wholeheartedly sanction this great appeal……the importance of saving souls. And sign with a wealth of blessing, Shlomo Zalman Auerbach"
2 pages, 20.5 cm. Good condition. Filing hole.
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