Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
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Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Sefer Likutei Torah Mahari, Hassidic and Kabbalistic sayings on the Torah and festivals, by Rabbi Yissaschar Berish of Dolina, Lemberg, 1886. First edition.
Handwritten glosses.
The Rebbe Rabbi Yissaschar Berish Eichenstein (passed away in 1886), son of the Rebbe Rabbi Yitzchak Eizik of Zidichov. Among the prominent disciples of his father in the concealed wisdom, served as rabbi in Dolina.
[1], 46, [1] leaves. (Missing title page). 20 cm. Dry paper, good condition, torn and detached binding.
Very rare, majority of copies of book were burned in the conflagration which took place in Dolina in 1887.
Handwritten glosses.
The Rebbe Rabbi Yissaschar Berish Eichenstein (passed away in 1886), son of the Rebbe Rabbi Yitzchak Eizik of Zidichov. Among the prominent disciples of his father in the concealed wisdom, served as rabbi in Dolina.
[1], 46, [1] leaves. (Missing title page). 20 cm. Dry paper, good condition, torn and detached binding.
Very rare, majority of copies of book were burned in the conflagration which took place in Dolina in 1887.
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Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Sefer Beit Aharon, on the Torah and prayer, by Rabbi Aharon Perlov the Rebbe of Karlin. Brody, 1875. First edition.
Beginning of book contains collection of letters and Hassidic customs by the Karlin-Stolin Rebbes: the"Great" Rabbi Aharon of Karlin, his son Rabbi Asher (the first), his son Rabbi Aharon (the second, the"old"), and his son Rabbi Asher (the second, the"young").
Two title pages, first abridged. Variant copy. Following second title page:"To reveal and publicize that the most righteous and famous of our generation have endorsed the publication of this book¦ as well Torah scholars and rabbis of Spain have approved while others have banned¦". In some of the copies this passage appears in a different version, and does not include the censorship on the other side of the title page. [Concerning the stages of publication and various corrections during the printing process, which resulted in various versions of the book, see: A. Schor, regarding the methods of the writing and printing of the Beit Aharon books, Beit Aharon V'Yisrael, year 6 issue 1 (31), pp. 139-147].
Signatures and ownership notations."This book¦ by the Rebbe Rabbi Aharon Karliner belongs to¦ Rabbi Aryeh Leib Shereshevski HaCohen of Balet adjacent to Lodz¦","Rabbi Shmuel Ze'ev Katz Shereshevski", and more.
[4] leaves, 316, [5] pages (two title pages). 28 cm. (Wide margins). Good-fair condition. Stains and wear, tears, detached binding.
Beginning of book contains collection of letters and Hassidic customs by the Karlin-Stolin Rebbes: the"Great" Rabbi Aharon of Karlin, his son Rabbi Asher (the first), his son Rabbi Aharon (the second, the"old"), and his son Rabbi Asher (the second, the"young").
Two title pages, first abridged. Variant copy. Following second title page:"To reveal and publicize that the most righteous and famous of our generation have endorsed the publication of this book¦ as well Torah scholars and rabbis of Spain have approved while others have banned¦". In some of the copies this passage appears in a different version, and does not include the censorship on the other side of the title page. [Concerning the stages of publication and various corrections during the printing process, which resulted in various versions of the book, see: A. Schor, regarding the methods of the writing and printing of the Beit Aharon books, Beit Aharon V'Yisrael, year 6 issue 1 (31), pp. 139-147].
Signatures and ownership notations."This book¦ by the Rebbe Rabbi Aharon Karliner belongs to¦ Rabbi Aryeh Leib Shereshevski HaCohen of Balet adjacent to Lodz¦","Rabbi Shmuel Ze'ev Katz Shereshevski", and more.
[4] leaves, 316, [5] pages (two title pages). 28 cm. (Wide margins). Good-fair condition. Stains and wear, tears, detached binding.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Sefer Chesed L'Avraham, Section 1 - on the Torah, by the Rebbe Rabbi Avraham Yissaschar Ber HaCohen Rabinowitz (1843-1892) son of the Rebbe Rabbi Shlomo of Radomsk. Piotrkow, 1893. Only edition.
434 pages. 26 cm. Good condition. Original semi-leather binding, slightly worn.
434 pages. 26 cm. Good condition. Original semi-leather binding, slightly worn.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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![Shulchan Aruch HaRav, Kahat Publication (Published by Otzar HaChassidim"), Brooklyn, [1948] (printed in Germany).
Five](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale16-public/100.jpg "Shulchan Aruch HaRav - New York-Germany, 1948")
Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Shulchan Aruch HaRav, Kahat Publication (Published by Otzar HaChassidim"), Brooklyn, [1948] (printed in Germany).
Five sections in three volumes, includes responsa by Rabbi Shneur Zalman and facsimile of chapter 14 of his holy handwriting. Introduction by the publisher, Rabbi Menachem Schneershon. Three volumes, 21 cm. Good condition. Damaged bindings, slightly loose.
Five sections in three volumes, includes responsa by Rabbi Shneur Zalman and facsimile of chapter 14 of his holy handwriting. Introduction by the publisher, Rabbi Menachem Schneershon. Three volumes, 21 cm. Good condition. Damaged bindings, slightly loose.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Sold for: $250
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Amarot Tehorot, five articles from the book Asarah Ma'amarot by Rabbi Menachem Azaria - the Rama of Fano. With the Yad Yehuda commentary, by Rabbi Yehuda Leib "from the group of bnei Yeshiva in Frankfurt and Rabbi of the community and the countries of Magentza". Frankfurt am Main, 1698. Illustrated title page.
Ancient handwritten signature from the time of print, of "Simcha son of Ya'akov Segal". On Leaf 33 is a long gloss in same handwriting.
[2], 143 leaves; 98 leaves. 19.5 cm. Good-fair condition, many moth damages. Decorated leather binding.
Ancient handwritten signature from the time of print, of "Simcha son of Ya'akov Segal". On Leaf 33 is a long gloss in same handwriting.
[2], 143 leaves; 98 leaves. 19.5 cm. Good-fair condition, many moth damages. Decorated leather binding.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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1. Reshit Chochma, by Rabbi Eliyahu Di Videsh disciple of the Ramak, with the book Chai ben Mekitz, a book of ethics written in riddles by Rabbi Shlomo Ibn Gabirol. Constantinople, [1736].
[1], 304, [20] leaves. C. 20 cm. This copy is combined of two copies, varied condition, good to good-fair. Stains and minor damage to title page and several leaves. Newly bound.
2. Reshit Chochma, Korets, [1781].
162, 164-341 leaves. [Leaves 159-172 were not bound in their correct place], c. 19 cm. Fair condition, wear, stains and moth damage.
[1], 304, [20] leaves. C. 20 cm. This copy is combined of two copies, varied condition, good to good-fair. Stains and minor damage to title page and several leaves. Newly bound.
2. Reshit Chochma, Korets, [1781].
162, 164-341 leaves. [Leaves 159-172 were not bound in their correct place], c. 19 cm. Fair condition, wear, stains and moth damage.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Sefer Pri Etz Chaim by Rabbi Chaim Vital. Dubrovno, 1804. Includes approbation of Rabbi Uri Shraga Feivish of Dubrovno (disciple and son-in-law of the Vilna Ga'on) as well as additional approbations.
150, [1] leaves. 34 cm. White and greenish paper. Good condition, minor moth damage (restored), especially to binding. Fine leather binding, damaged.
150, [1] leaves. 34 cm. White and greenish paper. Good condition, minor moth damage (restored), especially to binding. Fine leather binding, damaged.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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![Sefer Hadrat Melech, commentary on profound articles of the Zohar, [second section], by Rabbi Shalom Buzaglo, includes: comme](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale16-public/104.jpg "Hadrat Melech by Rabbi Shalom Buzaglo - London, 1770-1773")
Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Sefer Hadrat Melech, commentary on profound articles of the Zohar, [second section], by Rabbi Shalom Buzaglo, includes: commentary on Idra Zuta and Siphra D'zeniouta, by Rabbi Chaim Vital; Sefer Hadrat Pnei Melech, commentary of the Adarot by the Ari; Sefer Hadrat Hod Melech, on Siphra D'zeniouta, by Rabbi Chaim Vital; Sefer Hadrat Kvod Melech, commentary on articles of the Tikunim. London, [1770-1773/4].
First section of composition of Hadrat Melech printed in Amsterdam 1766. Second section printed without title page, and beginning of first page lists"London press" along with year. Special title page for Sefer Hadrat Pnei Melech. In remaining compositions, book title printed at head of pages.
Ancient stamp with symbol of vulture:"Shlomo Friedman" [apparently Rabbi Shlomo son of the first Rebbe Rabbi Avraham Ya'akov of Sadigura (Encyclopedia of Hassidism, 3, 713) and brother-in-law of Rabbi Nachum Dover Friedman.
138-177, 178-193, [1], 178-244, 158-161, 129-132 leaves. 20 cm. Good condition. Stains, moth holes and number of tears. Scotch tape restorations on last leaves. Magnificent leather binding, with moth damage.
First section of composition of Hadrat Melech printed in Amsterdam 1766. Second section printed without title page, and beginning of first page lists"London press" along with year. Special title page for Sefer Hadrat Pnei Melech. In remaining compositions, book title printed at head of pages.
Ancient stamp with symbol of vulture:"Shlomo Friedman" [apparently Rabbi Shlomo son of the first Rebbe Rabbi Avraham Ya'akov of Sadigura (Encyclopedia of Hassidism, 3, 713) and brother-in-law of Rabbi Nachum Dover Friedman.
138-177, 178-193, [1], 178-244, 158-161, 129-132 leaves. 20 cm. Good condition. Stains, moth holes and number of tears. Scotch tape restorations on last leaves. Magnificent leather binding, with moth damage.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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![Olam Barur, "Explanations¦ truthful introductions¦ lofty wisdom¦" [kabbalistic homiletics], by](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale16-public/105.jpg "Olam Barur - Zholkva, 1800 / Olam Va'ed - Lvov, 1811")
Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Olam Barur, "Explanations¦ truthful introductions¦ lofty wisdom¦" [kabbalistic homiletics], by Rabbi Eliezer Fishel of Strzyֵ¼ֳ³w. [Zholkva], [c. 1800].
Bound with: Olam Va'ed - Kuntress HaEbronot, about calculations of Tkufot (Jewish periods of time), by Rabbi Eliezer Fishel of Strzyֵ¼ֳ³w. [Lvov], [1811].
Rabbi Eliezer Fishel of Strzyֵ¼ֳ³w (1740-1812, Encyclopedia L'Chachmei Galicia 211-212), a mekubal and preacher. His other kabbalistic works also start with the word Olam (Olam Echad, Olam Hafuch, Olam HaGadol). Served as preacher in Brody.
[2], 56; [8] leaves. 18.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, moth marks. Worn, detached binding. Stamps and owners' inscriptions on Vorzats.
Bound with: Olam Va'ed - Kuntress HaEbronot, about calculations of Tkufot (Jewish periods of time), by Rabbi Eliezer Fishel of Strzyֵ¼ֳ³w. [Lvov], [1811].
Rabbi Eliezer Fishel of Strzyֵ¼ֳ³w (1740-1812, Encyclopedia L'Chachmei Galicia 211-212), a mekubal and preacher. His other kabbalistic works also start with the word Olam (Olam Echad, Olam Hafuch, Olam HaGadol). Served as preacher in Brody.
[2], 56; [8] leaves. 18.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, moth marks. Worn, detached binding. Stamps and owners' inscriptions on Vorzats.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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![Sefer Igrot HaRamaz, including Elef Alfin supplication, by Rabbi Moshe Zacuto. Livorno, [1780]. First edition.
The Ga'on and](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale16-public/106.jpg "Igrot HaRamaz - Livorno, 1780")
Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Sefer Igrot HaRamaz, including Elef Alfin supplication, by Rabbi Moshe Zacuto. Livorno, [1780]. First edition.
The Ga'on and Kabbalist Rabbi Moshe Zacuto (1610- 1698, Otzar HaRabbanim 14674), studied the wisdom of Kabbalah from his rabbi Rabbi Binyamin HaLevi, disciple of Rabbi Chaim Vital, and was one of the greatest Kabbalists and teachers in Italy. Served as Rabbi and Rosh Yeshiva in Venice and Mantua. Authored and proofread numerous compositions in the revealed and concealed facets of Torah, among them: Kol HaRamaz, Shoda Dedeina and others. Many of the letters in this book discuss various matters of Kabbalah and were sent to his famous disciples, Rabbi Binyamin HaCohen (HaRabach) and Rabbi Avraham Ravigo.
[4], 48 leaves. 20 cm. Good condition. Stains, mildew stains in number of leaves. Restored tear on title-page. Fancy leather binding.
The Ga'on and Kabbalist Rabbi Moshe Zacuto (1610- 1698, Otzar HaRabbanim 14674), studied the wisdom of Kabbalah from his rabbi Rabbi Binyamin HaLevi, disciple of Rabbi Chaim Vital, and was one of the greatest Kabbalists and teachers in Italy. Served as Rabbi and Rosh Yeshiva in Venice and Mantua. Authored and proofread numerous compositions in the revealed and concealed facets of Torah, among them: Kol HaRamaz, Shoda Dedeina and others. Many of the letters in this book discuss various matters of Kabbalah and were sent to his famous disciples, Rabbi Binyamin HaCohen (HaRabach) and Rabbi Avraham Ravigo.
[4], 48 leaves. 20 cm. Good condition. Stains, mildew stains in number of leaves. Restored tear on title-page. Fancy leather binding.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Shnei Luchot HaBrit, Amsterdam, 1698. Printed by the young man Emanuel ben Yosef Atiash.
In his letters, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn of Lubavitch (Letter b 853), writes about the book Shnei Luchot HaBrit that was printed in 1698 (458 nachat in gematria) in a fancy edition. This is a sign from above that the revelation of this holy book caused "nachat" above, and that same year the Besht was born. The Besht used to say that he was born in the year that the Shla was printed to illuminate the world with the light of Hashem, of Torah and Fear of Heaven with the service of the heart.
Missing and damaged copy; [3] 263 leaves, (originally: [4], 422, 44, [12] leaves - missing illustrated title page and from Leaf 264 until the end. 31 cm. Poor condition, many moth damages and wear. Leaves 213-230 are damages and torn (substituted with ancient manuscript). Handwritten inscriptions [Yemen?]. Worn binding.
In his letters, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn of Lubavitch (Letter b 853), writes about the book Shnei Luchot HaBrit that was printed in 1698 (458 nachat in gematria) in a fancy edition. This is a sign from above that the revelation of this holy book caused "nachat" above, and that same year the Besht was born. The Besht used to say that he was born in the year that the Shla was printed to illuminate the world with the light of Hashem, of Torah and Fear of Heaven with the service of the heart.
Missing and damaged copy; [3] 263 leaves, (originally: [4], 422, 44, [12] leaves - missing illustrated title page and from Leaf 264 until the end. 31 cm. Poor condition, many moth damages and wear. Leaves 213-230 are damages and torn (substituted with ancient manuscript). Handwritten inscriptions [Yemen?]. Worn binding.
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Hassidism and Kabbalah
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Auction 16 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
July 13, 2011
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Sold for: $313
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Four Incunabula leaves.
Three leaves of Bible edition, with translation and commentary of Radak and Ralbag. Liria (Portugal), [1494]. (Leaves 4-6, of pamphlet 47 [Shmuel 2, 21]. Damages with omission of text on upper margins, professionally restored).
Leaf of Sefer Mitzvot Gadol (Smag) by Rabbi Moshe of Kotzi. Soncino, [1488]. (Leaf 4 of pamphlet 5 [chapter 81- negative commandments]. Professionally restored margins).
Total of 4 leaves. Various sizes. Good condition, stains.
Three leaves of Bible edition, with translation and commentary of Radak and Ralbag. Liria (Portugal), [1494]. (Leaves 4-6, of pamphlet 47 [Shmuel 2, 21]. Damages with omission of text on upper margins, professionally restored).
Leaf of Sefer Mitzvot Gadol (Smag) by Rabbi Moshe of Kotzi. Soncino, [1488]. (Leaf 4 of pamphlet 5 [chapter 81- negative commandments]. Professionally restored margins).
Total of 4 leaves. Various sizes. Good condition, stains.
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Early Printed Books - Resh and Shin Years
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