Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
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Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
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1. Pelah Ha-Rimon, an abbreviated version of Rabbi Moshe Kordovero's Pardess (the Ramak), by Rabbi Menachem Azaria (of Pano). With the Peirush Avodat Yom Ha-Kippurim by Rabbi Moshe Kordovero added at the end. Koretz, [1786]. Signatures on the title page: “Yitzchak Meir”, “Avraham son of...".
2. Sha’arei Tzeddek, by Rabbi Yosef Karnitol [Gikatilla]. With the "Sha'ar Ha-Nikud”by Rabbi Yosef Gikatilla added at the end. Koretz, [1785].
3. Tzemach Tzaddik, Arizal interpretations, with glosses by Rabbi Ya’akov Tzemach. With the “Sod Mitzvat Mila” by the Arizal added at the end. Koretz, [1785]. First edition.
Many Kabbalah books were printed in Koretz through those years, many of which are first editions of books authored by Rabbi Ya’akov Tzemach and Rabbi Meir Poppers. The study of Kabbalah, which until then was learned by the select few became more accessible to the wide public at that time, following the Chasidic movement which spread through Russia, Poland and Lithuania.
3 volumes, about 20 cm. Generally in good condition. Censorship ink-stamps and signatures. Rebound.
From Dr. Israel Mehlman’s private collection – “Ginzei Israel”.
2. Sha’arei Tzeddek, by Rabbi Yosef Karnitol [Gikatilla]. With the "Sha'ar Ha-Nikud”by Rabbi Yosef Gikatilla added at the end. Koretz, [1785].
3. Tzemach Tzaddik, Arizal interpretations, with glosses by Rabbi Ya’akov Tzemach. With the “Sod Mitzvat Mila” by the Arizal added at the end. Koretz, [1785]. First edition.
Many Kabbalah books were printed in Koretz through those years, many of which are first editions of books authored by Rabbi Ya’akov Tzemach and Rabbi Meir Poppers. The study of Kabbalah, which until then was learned by the select few became more accessible to the wide public at that time, following the Chasidic movement which spread through Russia, Poland and Lithuania.
3 volumes, about 20 cm. Generally in good condition. Censorship ink-stamps and signatures. Rebound.
From Dr. Israel Mehlman’s private collection – “Ginzei Israel”.
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![Etz Chaim, Ari z”l’s teachings, by his disciple Rabbi Chaim Vital. Koretz, [1785].
Owners’ signatures: “Israel Shor Ha-Levi o](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale14-public/146.jpg "Etz Chaim by Rabbi Chaim Vital – Korets, 1785 – Signatures")
Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $100
Sold for: $275
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Etz Chaim, Ari z”l’s teachings, by his disciple Rabbi Chaim Vital. Koretz, [1785].
Owners’ signatures: “Israel Shor Ha-Levi of Brod” [apparently related to Rabbi Alexander Sander Shor author of the “Tevuot Shor”].
132 leaves. 31 cm. Good-fair condition, stains and wear, tears on the title page. Few moth marks. Worn binding.
Owners’ signatures: “Israel Shor Ha-Levi of Brod” [apparently related to Rabbi Alexander Sander Shor author of the “Tevuot Shor”].
132 leaves. 31 cm. Good-fair condition, stains and wear, tears on the title page. Few moth marks. Worn binding.
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![Raziel HaMalach. [Russia-Poland, c. 1850?].
Many Kabalistic drawings. In the introduction, the special segula for one who own](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale14-public/147.jpg "Raziel HaMalach (Russia-Poland)")
Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $250
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Raziel HaMalach. [Russia-Poland, c. 1850?].
Many Kabalistic drawings. In the introduction, the special segula for one who owns this book: "… He who merits studying it in holiness and purity, merits for himself and his children and grandchildren … but he must treat it with respect … only it is kept in his home with his silver and gold, he will surely be saved from fire and theft and disaster, as written in this book Leaf 40, page 1".
Owners' inscriptions by "Aryeh Chaim ben R' Mattityahu Kotler of Slobodka".
40 leaves, 22 cm. Good condition. Fancy new cover, semi-leather.
Matches the edition listed in the Bibliography Institute CD Listing 0175562.
Many Kabalistic drawings. In the introduction, the special segula for one who owns this book: "… He who merits studying it in holiness and purity, merits for himself and his children and grandchildren … but he must treat it with respect … only it is kept in his home with his silver and gold, he will surely be saved from fire and theft and disaster, as written in this book Leaf 40, page 1".
Owners' inscriptions by "Aryeh Chaim ben R' Mattityahu Kotler of Slobodka".
40 leaves, 22 cm. Good condition. Fancy new cover, semi-leather.
Matches the edition listed in the Bibliography Institute CD Listing 0175562.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $200
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Razi'el Ha-Mal'akh. Lemberg, (1804?).
On the title page: Lemberg, Gedruckt bei Jides Rosanes, 1804 [Lemberg, printed by Yehudit Rosanes]. This is one of the books affiliated to the Yehudit Rosanes print forgery. (See Ya’ari A., “Books which were falsely affiliated to the Yehudit print, but were not printed by her”, Kiryat Sefer, 21, #59). The book was apparently printed in Lemberg around 1834.
42 leaves. 23 cm. Good-fair condition, wear, light moth damage, stains. Glued paper on the edges of the title page.
Old, semi-leather binding.
From Dr. Israel Mehlman’s private collection – “Ginzei Israel”.
On the title page: Lemberg, Gedruckt bei Jides Rosanes, 1804 [Lemberg, printed by Yehudit Rosanes]. This is one of the books affiliated to the Yehudit Rosanes print forgery. (See Ya’ari A., “Books which were falsely affiliated to the Yehudit print, but were not printed by her”, Kiryat Sefer, 21, #59). The book was apparently printed in Lemberg around 1834.
42 leaves. 23 cm. Good-fair condition, wear, light moth damage, stains. Glued paper on the edges of the title page.
Old, semi-leather binding.
From Dr. Israel Mehlman’s private collection – “Ginzei Israel”.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $180
Sold for: $250
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Razi'el Ha-Mal'akh, with glosses by the Koznitz Magid. Lemberg, 1865.
"This book by Adam, given to him by the angel Razi'el… we have added glosses by the Godly man, the Rabbi HaMagid of Koznitz" [first edition of these glosses]. Owners' inscription: "Eliyahu Chaim".
64 pages, 23 cm. Bluish paper, good condition, damaged detached cover.
"This book by Adam, given to him by the angel Razi'el… we have added glosses by the Godly man, the Rabbi HaMagid of Koznitz" [first edition of these glosses]. Owners' inscription: "Eliyahu Chaim".
64 pages, 23 cm. Bluish paper, good condition, damaged detached cover.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $120
Sold for: $150
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Zichron Menachem, commentary on Tikkunei Zohar. Rabbi Menachem Mendel Budick. Lemberg, 1875. Only edition.
The author, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Budick (1825-1875, Encyclopedia of Hassidism, 2, page 91), a genius and Kabbalist, Hassid and disciple of the Admorim: Rabbi Yitzchak Eizik of Zidichov, Rabbi Meir of Premishlan and Rabbi Shalom of Belz. Author of the books: Mifalot HaTzadikim, Ma’aseh HaTzadikim and more.
Bound with: Toraht Natan, on the Zohar and the writings of the Ari, by the Kabbalist from Safed, Rabbi Natan Shapiro author of Matzaht Shimurim. Includes the book Ateret Shlomo, by the Kabbalist Rabbi Shlomo from the city of Safed.
Lemberg, 1884. First edition.
[1], 107 leaves; 52; 11, [1] leaf. 22.5 cm. Dry paper, good-fair condition, slight tears and few moth holes. Original worn binding.
The author, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Budick (1825-1875, Encyclopedia of Hassidism, 2, page 91), a genius and Kabbalist, Hassid and disciple of the Admorim: Rabbi Yitzchak Eizik of Zidichov, Rabbi Meir of Premishlan and Rabbi Shalom of Belz. Author of the books: Mifalot HaTzadikim, Ma’aseh HaTzadikim and more.
Bound with: Toraht Natan, on the Zohar and the writings of the Ari, by the Kabbalist from Safed, Rabbi Natan Shapiro author of Matzaht Shimurim. Includes the book Ateret Shlomo, by the Kabbalist Rabbi Shlomo from the city of Safed.
Lemberg, 1884. First edition.
[1], 107 leaves; 52; 11, [1] leaf. 22.5 cm. Dry paper, good-fair condition, slight tears and few moth holes. Original worn binding.
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![Shulchan Aruch of Rabbi Yitzchak Luria [the Ari]. Vilna, 1880.
Ownership stamp of the Admor Rabbi Yosef Zvi Kalish of Skerno](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale14-public/151.jpg "Shulchan Aruch HaAri – Stamps of Admor of Skernovitz – First Rabbi of")
Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $100
Sold for: $125
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Shulchan Aruch of Rabbi Yitzchak Luria [the Ari]. Vilna, 1880.
Ownership stamp of the Admor Rabbi Yosef Zvi Kalish of Skernovitz (1886-1957) of the Warka dynasty, son-in-law of the Admor Rabbi Ya’akov Yitzchak of Biala. Served as Av Beit Din in the city of Kartshov and later on was summoned to serve as first rabbi of Bnei Brak.
66, 66-92 pages. 17 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Loose leaves. Worn title page. Title cover glued to binding. Notations.
Ownership stamp of the Admor Rabbi Yosef Zvi Kalish of Skernovitz (1886-1957) of the Warka dynasty, son-in-law of the Admor Rabbi Ya’akov Yitzchak of Biala. Served as Av Beit Din in the city of Kartshov and later on was summoned to serve as first rabbi of Bnei Brak.
66, 66-92 pages. 17 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Loose leaves. Worn title page. Title cover glued to binding. Notations.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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![Sha'ar HaYichudim, Tzaddik Yesod Olam [Commentary on the Book of Ruth] and explanation of Shabbat songs, by Rabbi Chaim Vital](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale14-public/152.jpg "Sha'ar HaYichudim – Lemberg, 1855")
Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $150
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Sha'ar HaYichudim, Tzaddik Yesod Olam [Commentary on the Book of Ruth] and explanation of Shabbat songs, by Rabbi Chaim Vital according to his Rabbi, the Ari. Lemberg, 1855. Part 1 – In the introduction four more books are mentioned which they intended to print in Part 2, but never printed.
Kabalistic amulets and illustrations. Commentary on the Ari's songs.
[2], 44, 47-58 leaves, 24 cm. Good condition. Much moth damage, artistically restored. Few stains. Minor tears to margins of several leaves. New cardboard cover.
Kabalistic amulets and illustrations. Commentary on the Ari's songs.
[2], 44, 47-58 leaves, 24 cm. Good condition. Much moth damage, artistically restored. Few stains. Minor tears to margins of several leaves. New cardboard cover.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $250
Sold for: $475
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Siddur Tefilah Le-Ha-Rav Ha-Kadosh Rabbi Shalom Shar'abi, Siddur Kavanot Ha-Kabbalah according to writings of Ha-Ari and Rabbi Hayim Vital. 9 parts. Jerusalem 1916, Zuckerman printing.
Siddur Ha-Rashash existed for many years only as a manuscript, it is only in 1916 that the great Kabbalists of Jerusalem and abroad decided to print it in sanctity and purity by G-d fearing men sanctifying themselves by fasts and immersions during printing. The Siddur was printed on quality paper in a small number of copies and in 9 parts. (It is rare to find a complete set not composed of parts from various sources).
Part 1: [2], 86 leaves. Part 2: 161 leaves. Part 3: 36 leaves. Part 4: 115 leaves (in this printing the words "fourth part" were omitted from head of first page). Part 5: 44 leaves. Part 6: 12 leaves. Part 7: 99, 60-63,1 leaves. Part 8: 69 leaves. Part 9: 21 leaves.
All nine volumes are bound together, 22cm. High quality paper, good condition, light stains, moth damage on the last leaves and back binding. Original, detached binding.
Siddur Ha-Rashash existed for many years only as a manuscript, it is only in 1916 that the great Kabbalists of Jerusalem and abroad decided to print it in sanctity and purity by G-d fearing men sanctifying themselves by fasts and immersions during printing. The Siddur was printed on quality paper in a small number of copies and in 9 parts. (It is rare to find a complete set not composed of parts from various sources).
Part 1: [2], 86 leaves. Part 2: 161 leaves. Part 3: 36 leaves. Part 4: 115 leaves (in this printing the words "fourth part" were omitted from head of first page). Part 5: 44 leaves. Part 6: 12 leaves. Part 7: 99, 60-63,1 leaves. Part 8: 69 leaves. Part 9: 21 leaves.
All nine volumes are bound together, 22cm. High quality paper, good condition, light stains, moth damage on the last leaves and back binding. Original, detached binding.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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![1. Zohar, Bereshit. Constantine, 1807. Signatures and owners’ signatures in Oriental (Ladino) calligraphy.
[6], 251, 18 leave](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale14-public/154.jpg "The Zohar – Constantinople, 1736 / 1807")
Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $180
Sold for: $225
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1. Zohar, Bereshit. Constantine, 1807. Signatures and owners’ signatures in Oriental (Ladino) calligraphy.
[6], 251, 18 leaves. 21 cm. Good-fair condition, stains and damages on the title page and first pages. Rebound.
2. Zohar, Shemot. Constantine, 1736.
Ink stamped by Rabbi Yechiel Meir Morgenstern of Lomza-Kotzk. Ink stamps and ownership inscriptions.
[1], 279 leaves. 20 cm. Good condition, few stains, worn. Rebound.
[6], 251, 18 leaves. 21 cm. Good-fair condition, stains and damages on the title page and first pages. Rebound.
2. Zohar, Shemot. Constantine, 1736.
Ink stamped by Rabbi Yechiel Meir Morgenstern of Lomza-Kotzk. Ink stamps and ownership inscriptions.
[1], 279 leaves. 20 cm. Good condition, few stains, worn. Rebound.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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![Pa'amon V'Rimon, two kabalistic compilations: Assis Rimonim [a summary of Ramak's Pardes Rimonim] by Rabbi Shmuel Galinko, an](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale14-public/155.jpg "Pa'amon V'Rimon – Signature of Rabbi Eliezer Lazi / Handwritten Leaves")
Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $400
Sold for: $500
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Pa'amon V'Rimon, two kabalistic compilations: Assis Rimonim [a summary of Ramak's Pardes Rimonim] by Rabbi Shmuel Galinko, and Pelach HaRimon, by Rabbi Menachem Azarya de FaNo. Amsterdam, [1708].
A signature on title page [above the signature an erasure by quill pen] by Rabbi "Eliezer Lazi Halberstadt".
C. 6 pages of manuscript bound before title page and on back cover leaf. Kabalistic topics in early Ashkenasi handwriting from the time of the printing . The writer notes in one place: "See my book Malach HaBrit".
Rabbi Eliezer Lazi (1741-1814), a leader of his generation. Rabbi of the three communities [Altona, Hamburg, Wandsbek). Author of Mishnat D'Rabbi Eliezer. See Item 408.
[4], 88 leaves, [1] leaf folded . 20.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Moth damage. Loose leaves. Wear to margins of manuscript leaves with damage to text. Stamps. Damaged parchment cover.
A signature on title page [above the signature an erasure by quill pen] by Rabbi "Eliezer Lazi Halberstadt".
C. 6 pages of manuscript bound before title page and on back cover leaf. Kabalistic topics in early Ashkenasi handwriting from the time of the printing . The writer notes in one place: "See my book Malach HaBrit".
Rabbi Eliezer Lazi (1741-1814), a leader of his generation. Rabbi of the three communities [Altona, Hamburg, Wandsbek). Author of Mishnat D'Rabbi Eliezer. See Item 408.
[4], 88 leaves, [1] leaf folded . 20.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Moth damage. Loose leaves. Wear to margins of manuscript leaves with damage to text. Stamps. Damaged parchment cover.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 14 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 2, 2011
Opening: $200
Sold for: $250
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Shomer Emunim, two arguments on kabbalah, with Mevo Petachim, Likutei Orot Nitzotzot U'Klalim Scattered throughout the Ari's Writings and kabalistic responsa. By Rabbi Yoseph Irgas. Amsterdam, [1736]. First edition. Two title pages, the first illustrated. Another title page for Mevo Petachim.
Approbation by Livorno Rabbi Emanuel Chai Riki and Rabbi Malachi HaCohen (who wrote a poem extolling the author, Leaf 59/2). Owner's handwritten signatures: Y.B.E.
[2], 79 leaves. [Perhaps 2 more leaves are missing at end?]. 21.5 cm. Fair-poor condition, moth damage with omission, stains. Worn old cover.
Approbation by Livorno Rabbi Emanuel Chai Riki and Rabbi Malachi HaCohen (who wrote a poem extolling the author, Leaf 59/2). Owner's handwritten signatures: Y.B.E.
[2], 79 leaves. [Perhaps 2 more leaves are missing at end?]. 21.5 cm. Fair-poor condition, moth damage with omission, stains. Worn old cover.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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