Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Prayers for the whole year, with the intentions of the Ari. Three parts: for everyday, Shabbat and festivals.
Siddur Rabbi Asher – written by Rabbi Asher of Brad and Mezhiboz, disciple of the Ba'al Shem Tov. Lvov, 1787. Printed by Rabbi Shlomo Yarush Rappaport.
Siddur according to Ashkenaz customs nusach Sefarad, with the intentions of the Ari, by the Mekubal Rabbi Asher son of the Chassid Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Margaliot of Mezhiboz, one of Holy Group of Rabbi Yisrael Ba'al Shem Tov, and a leading Torah scholar of the famous Brad Kloiz.
The siddur was printed in Lvov in 1787, in the printing press of Rabbi Shlomo Yarush [who printed the first edition of Noam Elimelech. As known, the employees of that printing press were lofty holy men, among the 36 concealed tzaddikim of that generation]. At the beginning of the siddur are approbations by scholarly rabbis of Brad and an approbation by Rabbi Yissachar Dov of Zlatshov and Rabbi Moshe Peshao,Pishchia Vrśac etc.
The development of its printing began seven years previously, with the printing of a siddur with the intentions of the Ari, in Zolkva in 1781, with the encouragement of the mekubalim of the Brad kloiz, which became known as Siddur Chochmei HaKloiz. This siddur was the first with kabalistic intentions which was printing in that region due to the spreading of kabbalah in the area by Brad scholars and the disciples of the Ba'al Shem Tov. From the day this siddur was published, Rabbi Asher toiled in the study of its sources: The Ari's writings, Sefer HaYichudim, Pri Etz Chaim, manuscript of the siddur of the Chassid the Mekubal Rabbi Shabtai of Rashkov, etc. He labored to correct all mistakes and adjust it to perfection. In his introduction, Rabbi Asher writes on the Siddur Chachmei HaKloiz that "The first time can never be perfect". He explains that he permitted himself to correct it since he studied form the G-dly Mekubal Rabbi Chaim Sanzer of Brad, and especially the study of "This true awesome wisdom", and also his rabbi Rabbi Chaim proofread this siddur, "Therefore, I had the ability to proofread and correct it".
This siddur is called Rabbi Asher after him and is a faithful source of the kabalistic school of thought of the Ba'al Shem Tov's disciples and of that generation's mekubalim.
2 volumes, [398] leaves. 17 cm. Good to fair condition, use stains and tears. Leaf 2 (approbations) has large damage to text. Few moth damages to text. Most leaves are in good condition. Color leaf cutting. Fabric bindings, non-original.
Stephansky Chassidut, no. 414.
Siddur Rabbi Asher – written by Rabbi Asher of Brad and Mezhiboz, disciple of the Ba'al Shem Tov. Lvov, 1787. Printed by Rabbi Shlomo Yarush Rappaport.
Siddur according to Ashkenaz customs nusach Sefarad, with the intentions of the Ari, by the Mekubal Rabbi Asher son of the Chassid Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Margaliot of Mezhiboz, one of Holy Group of Rabbi Yisrael Ba'al Shem Tov, and a leading Torah scholar of the famous Brad Kloiz.
The siddur was printed in Lvov in 1787, in the printing press of Rabbi Shlomo Yarush [who printed the first edition of Noam Elimelech. As known, the employees of that printing press were lofty holy men, among the 36 concealed tzaddikim of that generation]. At the beginning of the siddur are approbations by scholarly rabbis of Brad and an approbation by Rabbi Yissachar Dov of Zlatshov and Rabbi Moshe Peshao,Pishchia Vrśac etc.
The development of its printing began seven years previously, with the printing of a siddur with the intentions of the Ari, in Zolkva in 1781, with the encouragement of the mekubalim of the Brad kloiz, which became known as Siddur Chochmei HaKloiz. This siddur was the first with kabalistic intentions which was printing in that region due to the spreading of kabbalah in the area by Brad scholars and the disciples of the Ba'al Shem Tov. From the day this siddur was published, Rabbi Asher toiled in the study of its sources: The Ari's writings, Sefer HaYichudim, Pri Etz Chaim, manuscript of the siddur of the Chassid the Mekubal Rabbi Shabtai of Rashkov, etc. He labored to correct all mistakes and adjust it to perfection. In his introduction, Rabbi Asher writes on the Siddur Chachmei HaKloiz that "The first time can never be perfect". He explains that he permitted himself to correct it since he studied form the G-dly Mekubal Rabbi Chaim Sanzer of Brad, and especially the study of "This true awesome wisdom", and also his rabbi Rabbi Chaim proofread this siddur, "Therefore, I had the ability to proofread and correct it".
This siddur is called Rabbi Asher after him and is a faithful source of the kabalistic school of thought of the Ba'al Shem Tov's disciples and of that generation's mekubalim.
2 volumes, [398] leaves. 17 cm. Good to fair condition, use stains and tears. Leaf 2 (approbations) has large damage to text. Few moth damages to text. Most leaves are in good condition. Color leaf cutting. Fabric bindings, non-original.
Stephansky Chassidut, no. 414.
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![Manuscript, Sefer Likutei Amarim by the Maggid of Mezritch, [Russia-Poland, c. 1773].
Begins with several handwritten leaves](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale30-public/273_1.jpg "Manuscript of \"Magid Devarav LeYa’akov – Likutei Amarim\" by the Maggid")
![Manuscript, Sefer Likutei Amarim by the Maggid of Mezritch, [Russia-Poland, c. 1773].
Begins with several handwritten leaves](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale30-public/273_2.jpg "Manuscript of \"Magid Devarav LeYa’akov – Likutei Amarim\" by the Maggid")
Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Manuscript, Sefer Likutei Amarim by the Maggid of Mezritch, [Russia-Poland, c. 1773].
Begins with several handwritten leaves, with titles: “Sefer Likutei Amarim by the divine and holy Torah giant, Rabbi Dover, who received his Torah from the divine Ba’al Shem Tov who received his Torah from Eliyahu”. In one instance the Maggid is mentioned while he is still alive: “May his light shine”. On last leaf colophon by copyist: “With the help of the Almighty I have completed the book Likutei Amarim and as the Almighty merited me to write and complete the book, may he merit me… by the agent Tzvi Hirsch son of Rabbi Shmuel of community of Vilednik”.
Sefer Likutei Amarim is the first printed book containing the Torah of the Maggid of Mezritch, disciple of the Ba’al Shem Tov and transmitter of his Torah to following generations. The book was first printed in Koretz in 1781 under title Magid Devarav LeYa’akov. Several manuscripts and copies of the composition were already in existence at an earlier period, some of which differ in order or content. This manuscript is complete and arranged in a manner similar to first printed edition of book (not including introductions), however with many slight variations, and apparently it was written prior to the printing of the book. The fact that the book has no copyist errors indicates that it was written by a Torah scholar who was profoundly proficient in Kabbalah and Chassidism.
Copyist of manuscript, Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch son of Rabbi Shmuel of Vilednik is possibly Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch of Ostraha son of Rabbi Shmuel, among prominent disciples of the Ba’al Shem Tov and the Maggid of Mezritch who passed away in 1789; giant in Kabbalah and most distinguished Chassid of Ostraha to whom many stories of wonder were ascribed. [For additional information related to him see book “Chassidut MiDor LeDor”, I p. 102, no. 126. and Encyclopaedia of Chassidism, III, pp. 588-589].
167 pages. 20 cm. Thick quality paper, good-fair condition, stains, moth and ink damage. Majority of leaves in very good condition. New and frayed binding.
Begins with several handwritten leaves, with titles: “Sefer Likutei Amarim by the divine and holy Torah giant, Rabbi Dover, who received his Torah from the divine Ba’al Shem Tov who received his Torah from Eliyahu”. In one instance the Maggid is mentioned while he is still alive: “May his light shine”. On last leaf colophon by copyist: “With the help of the Almighty I have completed the book Likutei Amarim and as the Almighty merited me to write and complete the book, may he merit me… by the agent Tzvi Hirsch son of Rabbi Shmuel of community of Vilednik”.
Sefer Likutei Amarim is the first printed book containing the Torah of the Maggid of Mezritch, disciple of the Ba’al Shem Tov and transmitter of his Torah to following generations. The book was first printed in Koretz in 1781 under title Magid Devarav LeYa’akov. Several manuscripts and copies of the composition were already in existence at an earlier period, some of which differ in order or content. This manuscript is complete and arranged in a manner similar to first printed edition of book (not including introductions), however with many slight variations, and apparently it was written prior to the printing of the book. The fact that the book has no copyist errors indicates that it was written by a Torah scholar who was profoundly proficient in Kabbalah and Chassidism.
Copyist of manuscript, Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch son of Rabbi Shmuel of Vilednik is possibly Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch of Ostraha son of Rabbi Shmuel, among prominent disciples of the Ba’al Shem Tov and the Maggid of Mezritch who passed away in 1789; giant in Kabbalah and most distinguished Chassid of Ostraha to whom many stories of wonder were ascribed. [For additional information related to him see book “Chassidut MiDor LeDor”, I p. 102, no. 126. and Encyclopaedia of Chassidism, III, pp. 588-589].
167 pages. 20 cm. Thick quality paper, good-fair condition, stains, moth and ink damage. Majority of leaves in very good condition. New and frayed binding.
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Hassidism – Manuscripts, Letters and Signatures
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Manuscript, notebook of approbations and subscribers to the book Ma'ase Rokeach by Rabbi Elazar Rokeach [Rabbi of Brad and Amsterdam], reprinted by his grandson Rabbi Meir Rokeach of Chortkov in Lvov, 1892. At the top of the pages are the cities through which Rabbi Meir Rokeach passed (see Hebrew list). In these cities, Rabbi Meir received handwritten approbations and signatures and advance payment for the book from rabbis and notables. The notebook has more than 200 signatures, at times a handwritten line was added [and several approbations] some by leading Torah scholars and Chassidic Rebbes in Galicia.
For complete list of rabbis' signatures, see Hebrew list.
*The notebook of approbation is bound with: a manuscript, novellae on the Talmud [Tractates Berachot and Shabbat] and on the Mishnah [Berachot, Pe'ah, Terumot, Ma'asrot, Ma'aser Sheni, Challah, Orlah, Bikurim, Shevi'it, D'mai, Shabbat, Eruvin, Pesachim, Succah, Mo'ed Katan, Ketubot, Sotah, Avot, Bava Kama, Sanhedrin, Makot, Eduyot, Menachot, Kritot, Mikvaot, Nidah, Uktzin], handwritten by Rabbi Meir Rokeach of Chortkiv, publisher of the book Ma'ase Rokeach. Apparently, this book was never printed.
* The two parts were bound with a journal of correspondence handwritten by Rabbi Meir Rokeach, with hundreds of inscriptions and summaries of letters from 1910-1914. Correspondence with the courts of the Vizhnitz and Belz Rebbes [to whom he was related], concerning shidduchim, kvitlach, money and community affairs, details and description of his journey to Eretz Yisrael and his visit to the Holy Sites, report on the state of Chassidim in Eretz Yisrael, etc.
Notebook of approbations: Approximately 30 pages. Manuscript of novellae on the Talmud and Mishnah: 75 pages. Letter journal: 55 pages. Dry paper. Good-fair condition, stains, tears, primarily to leaf margins [some with minor damage to text]. Some of the leaves are restored. New elaborate leather binding.
For complete list of rabbis' signatures, see Hebrew list.
*The notebook of approbation is bound with: a manuscript, novellae on the Talmud [Tractates Berachot and Shabbat] and on the Mishnah [Berachot, Pe'ah, Terumot, Ma'asrot, Ma'aser Sheni, Challah, Orlah, Bikurim, Shevi'it, D'mai, Shabbat, Eruvin, Pesachim, Succah, Mo'ed Katan, Ketubot, Sotah, Avot, Bava Kama, Sanhedrin, Makot, Eduyot, Menachot, Kritot, Mikvaot, Nidah, Uktzin], handwritten by Rabbi Meir Rokeach of Chortkiv, publisher of the book Ma'ase Rokeach. Apparently, this book was never printed.
* The two parts were bound with a journal of correspondence handwritten by Rabbi Meir Rokeach, with hundreds of inscriptions and summaries of letters from 1910-1914. Correspondence with the courts of the Vizhnitz and Belz Rebbes [to whom he was related], concerning shidduchim, kvitlach, money and community affairs, details and description of his journey to Eretz Yisrael and his visit to the Holy Sites, report on the state of Chassidim in Eretz Yisrael, etc.
Notebook of approbations: Approximately 30 pages. Manuscript of novellae on the Talmud and Mishnah: 75 pages. Letter journal: 55 pages. Dry paper. Good-fair condition, stains, tears, primarily to leaf margins [some with minor damage to text]. Some of the leaves are restored. New elaborate leather binding.
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Hassidism – Manuscripts, Letters and Signatures
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![Manuscript, Sefer HaIzkarnot, diverse collection. Rabbi Yitzchak son of Rabbi Aharon [Wallace?] of Skver. [1926].
Illustrate](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale30-public/275.jpg "Manuscript – Sefer HaIzkarnot – Skver, 1926")
Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Manuscript, Sefer HaIzkarnot, diverse collection. Rabbi Yitzchak son of Rabbi Aharon [Wallace?] of Skver. [1926].
Illustrated title page with symbol of Star of David, many verses consisting of name “Aharon” [alluding to name of author]. At center of Star of David: “… will be explained according to…, by author…C. Aharon son of Yitzchak of Skver descendant of the Ba’al Shem Tov”. Contains interesting collection, Gematriot [assignation of numeric values to Hebrew letters] and allusions, stories and Chassidic thoughts and more, arranged in alphabetical order. On title page, beneath detail of year: “Demise on 2nd of Shvat 1942”, apparently this refers to death of author. It seems that at least part of the manuscript was written by son of author. Detached leaves; apparently manuscript incomplete. * Attached is a leaf of Divrei Torah from same writer, and additional leaf with various blessings and greetings, in which the numeric value of each sentence in Gematria amounts to detail of year, 1926. * Attached photograph, apparently from family of author.
[35] pages. Various sizes. Fair condition, detached leaves, stains, tears and traces of mildew.
Illustrated title page with symbol of Star of David, many verses consisting of name “Aharon” [alluding to name of author]. At center of Star of David: “… will be explained according to…, by author…C. Aharon son of Yitzchak of Skver descendant of the Ba’al Shem Tov”. Contains interesting collection, Gematriot [assignation of numeric values to Hebrew letters] and allusions, stories and Chassidic thoughts and more, arranged in alphabetical order. On title page, beneath detail of year: “Demise on 2nd of Shvat 1942”, apparently this refers to death of author. It seems that at least part of the manuscript was written by son of author. Detached leaves; apparently manuscript incomplete. * Attached is a leaf of Divrei Torah from same writer, and additional leaf with various blessings and greetings, in which the numeric value of each sentence in Gematria amounts to detail of year, 1926. * Attached photograph, apparently from family of author.
[35] pages. Various sizes. Fair condition, detached leaves, stains, tears and traces of mildew.
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Hassidism – Manuscripts, Letters and Signatures
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![Manuscript, Rabbi Tzvi David Glaser, articles of Hassidism on the Torah and sayings by Rebbes of Ger and Kotzk. [Post-1948].](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale30-public/276.jpg "Siftei Tzadikim Manuscript, Section II, by Rabbi Tzvi David Glaser")
Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Manuscript, Rabbi Tzvi David Glaser, articles of Hassidism on the Torah and sayings by Rebbes of Ger and Kotzk. [Post-1948].
Rabbi Tzvi David Glaser (1868-1952), among Hassidim of Ger, author of books Chemdat Tzvi and Siftei Chachamim (Jerusalem, 1931-1946), Mevaser Tov (Jerusalem, 1940). This manuscript contains a draft of an additional composition (which was not published) written following the demise of his mentor and rabbi, the elderly Rebbe of Ger (passed away on holiday of Shavu’ot 1848). He mentions stories from Rebbe of Ger author of Imrei Emet and from his son the Rebbe author of Beit Yisrael [from early period of leadership as Rebbe].
Booklet and single leaves, total of approx. 50 written leaves, various sizes and conditions.
Rabbi Tzvi David Glaser (1868-1952), among Hassidim of Ger, author of books Chemdat Tzvi and Siftei Chachamim (Jerusalem, 1931-1946), Mevaser Tov (Jerusalem, 1940). This manuscript contains a draft of an additional composition (which was not published) written following the demise of his mentor and rabbi, the elderly Rebbe of Ger (passed away on holiday of Shavu’ot 1848). He mentions stories from Rebbe of Ger author of Imrei Emet and from his son the Rebbe author of Beit Yisrael [from early period of leadership as Rebbe].
Booklet and single leaves, total of approx. 50 written leaves, various sizes and conditions.
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![Sefer Kreti U-Pleti, on Shulchan Aruch Yoreh De’ah [with text]. Rabbi Yehonatan Eibeschutz. Altona, [1763]. First edition, on](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale30-public/277.jpg "Sefer Kreti U-Pleti – Altona, 1763 – First Edition – Signature Rebbe R")
![Sefer Kreti U-Pleti, on Shulchan Aruch Yoreh De’ah [with text]. Rabbi Yehonatan Eibeschutz. Altona, [1763]. First edition, on](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale30-public/277_2.jpg "Sefer Kreti U-Pleti – Altona, 1763 – First Edition – Signature Rebbe R")
Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Sefer Kreti U-Pleti, on Shulchan Aruch Yoreh De’ah [with text]. Rabbi Yehonatan Eibeschutz. Altona, [1763]. First edition, only composition of Rabbi Yehonatan Eibeschutz which was printed during his lifetime.
Title page of book contains signature: “Meir Beharav” – Holy signature of Rebbe Rabbi Meir of Premishlan who occasionally signed his name in this manner. [Additional signature on title page: “Levi Yitzchak ---“].
The holy Rabbi Meir of Premishlan (1783-1850, Otzar HaRabbanim 12948; Encyclopedia of Hassidism, III, 49-51), among luminaries of Chassidism. Son of Rabbi Aharon Leib of Premishlan and grandson of “Rabbi Meir HaGadol of Premishlan” disciple of the Ba’al Shem Tov. His prominent rabbi was Rabbi Mordechai of Kremenets [son of Rabbi Yechiel Michel of Zlotchov], however he was also closely associated with the Seer of Lublin. From a very
young age was already known as possessing divine inspiration, and was famous for his foresight. Hundreds of stories of wonder and salvation are attributed to him. As well, was known for his exceptional philanthropy and generously distributed funds for charity without leaving anything for himself; it is related that he would not go to sleep before designating all charity funds which were in his possession. Was exceptionally admired by all, and the Ga’on Rabbi Shlomo Kluger who was not a Chassid eulogized him with great honor and referred to him as: “The virtuous righteous and famous exalted divine… and I have merited to see his divine image twice”. See attached material.
Complete copy in good condition, [3], 34 [instead of: 35]; 165 leaves. 31 cm. good condition, stains, moth stains, several tears and slight wear. Tear on title page, restored with scotch tape. Damaged leather binding.
Authorization of expert confirming authenticity of signature as that of Rabbi Meir of Premishlan attached.
Title page of book contains signature: “Meir Beharav” – Holy signature of Rebbe Rabbi Meir of Premishlan who occasionally signed his name in this manner. [Additional signature on title page: “Levi Yitzchak ---“].
The holy Rabbi Meir of Premishlan (1783-1850, Otzar HaRabbanim 12948; Encyclopedia of Hassidism, III, 49-51), among luminaries of Chassidism. Son of Rabbi Aharon Leib of Premishlan and grandson of “Rabbi Meir HaGadol of Premishlan” disciple of the Ba’al Shem Tov. His prominent rabbi was Rabbi Mordechai of Kremenets [son of Rabbi Yechiel Michel of Zlotchov], however he was also closely associated with the Seer of Lublin. From a very
young age was already known as possessing divine inspiration, and was famous for his foresight. Hundreds of stories of wonder and salvation are attributed to him. As well, was known for his exceptional philanthropy and generously distributed funds for charity without leaving anything for himself; it is related that he would not go to sleep before designating all charity funds which were in his possession. Was exceptionally admired by all, and the Ga’on Rabbi Shlomo Kluger who was not a Chassid eulogized him with great honor and referred to him as: “The virtuous righteous and famous exalted divine… and I have merited to see his divine image twice”. See attached material.
Complete copy in good condition, [3], 34 [instead of: 35]; 165 leaves. 31 cm. good condition, stains, moth stains, several tears and slight wear. Tear on title page, restored with scotch tape. Damaged leather binding.
Authorization of expert confirming authenticity of signature as that of Rabbi Meir of Premishlan attached.
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![Levushei Srad, commentary on Shulchan Aruch Orach Chaim, By Rabbi David Shlomo Eibeshitz [author of Arvei Nachal]. Mahlov, 18](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale30-public/278.jpg "Levushei Srad – First Edition – Signature of Rabbi Moshe David Ashkena")
Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
Opening: $500
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Levushei Srad, commentary on Shulchan Aruch Orach Chaim, By Rabbi David Shlomo Eibeshitz [author of Arvei Nachal]. Mahlov, 1812. First edition. Approbation by Rabbi Levi Yitzchak of Berdichov, the Ohev Yisrael of Apta etc.
On the title page appear the signature of "Moshe David Ashkenasi Rabbi of Safed" and other ownership inscriptions ["Dedicated to the Beit Midrash of the Sefardi Kollel of the city of Tiberias"].
The Holy Rabbi Moshe David Ashkenasi (1774-1857, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut Vol. 3, pp. 332-333), author of the books Toldot Adam and Be'er Sheva. Served in the Tolcsva rabbinate for 40 years. Ascended to Safed in 1844 and was one of the founders of the Chassidic settlements in Safed after the earthquake. Father-in-law of the author of Yitav Lev and father of Rabbi Yoel Ashkenasi Rabbi of Zlotshov. The Rebbes of Satmar and Klausenburg descend from his holy dynasty. His home and beit midrash in Safed were restored by his grandson the Klausenburg Rebbe, and today Sanz institutes reside in those structures in the city of Safed.
[2], 2-100 leaves (missing at end: Leaves 101-102). 34 cm. Varied condition of leaves: fair to fair-poor, tears, stains and moth damages. Detached title leaf, partially missing and restored with glued paper. Damaged binding.
On the title page appear the signature of "Moshe David Ashkenasi Rabbi of Safed" and other ownership inscriptions ["Dedicated to the Beit Midrash of the Sefardi Kollel of the city of Tiberias"].
The Holy Rabbi Moshe David Ashkenasi (1774-1857, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut Vol. 3, pp. 332-333), author of the books Toldot Adam and Be'er Sheva. Served in the Tolcsva rabbinate for 40 years. Ascended to Safed in 1844 and was one of the founders of the Chassidic settlements in Safed after the earthquake. Father-in-law of the author of Yitav Lev and father of Rabbi Yoel Ashkenasi Rabbi of Zlotshov. The Rebbes of Satmar and Klausenburg descend from his holy dynasty. His home and beit midrash in Safed were restored by his grandson the Klausenburg Rebbe, and today Sanz institutes reside in those structures in the city of Safed.
[2], 2-100 leaves (missing at end: Leaves 101-102). 34 cm. Varied condition of leaves: fair to fair-poor, tears, stains and moth damages. Detached title leaf, partially missing and restored with glued paper. Damaged binding.
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Hassidism – Manuscripts, Letters and Signatures
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
Opening: $6,000
Sold for: $7,500
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Nodah B'Yehuda responsa, Vol. 2 of Mahadura Tanina. Prague, 1810. First edition.
Handwritten signatures and stamps (erased) of Rabbi "Shlomo Shapira Rabbi of Strzyzow ". Signature of Rabbi "Menachem Mendel Ish [Eichenstein]" and many stamps of his son-in-law Rabbi "Baruch Rabin Rabbi of Berezdovtsy".
Rebbe Shlomo Shapira Rabbi of Strzyzow and Mukacheve (1832-1893), son of Rabbi Elazar of Lańcut and grandson of Rabbi Zvi Elimelech of Dinow author of Bnei Yissachar. Father of Rebbe Zvi Hirsh Shapira Rabbi of Mukacheve and author of Darkei Teshiva, and father of the father of Rebbe Chaim Elazar Shapira Rabbi of Mukacheve author of Minchat Elazar.
The second owners of the book: Rebbe Menachem Mendel Eichenstein of Zhidachov (1846-1901), youngest son of Rabbi Yitzchak Isaac of Zhidachov, who was his father's favorite son. After his father's death, served as Rebbe in Mikolów. His daughter Shlomotze was the wife of Rebbe Baruch Rubin (1864-1935), who served as Rabbi and Rebbe of Berezdovtsy and Kolomyya in Galicia, and after World War I settled in Hungary in the Gerla (Mezomegyer) community where he served as Rebbe.
[1], 169, 150-159, [1] leaf. 34.5 cm. Good-fair condition, use stains and wear, few moth damages. Rubbed fabric binding.
Attached is a letter by an expert who certifies the signatures and according to its signs and attributes the book to the library of Rebbe Elazar of Lańcut (1808-1865) son of the author of Bnei Yissachar.
Handwritten signatures and stamps (erased) of Rabbi "Shlomo Shapira Rabbi of Strzyzow ". Signature of Rabbi "Menachem Mendel Ish [Eichenstein]" and many stamps of his son-in-law Rabbi "Baruch Rabin Rabbi of Berezdovtsy".
Rebbe Shlomo Shapira Rabbi of Strzyzow and Mukacheve (1832-1893), son of Rabbi Elazar of Lańcut and grandson of Rabbi Zvi Elimelech of Dinow author of Bnei Yissachar. Father of Rebbe Zvi Hirsh Shapira Rabbi of Mukacheve and author of Darkei Teshiva, and father of the father of Rebbe Chaim Elazar Shapira Rabbi of Mukacheve author of Minchat Elazar.
The second owners of the book: Rebbe Menachem Mendel Eichenstein of Zhidachov (1846-1901), youngest son of Rabbi Yitzchak Isaac of Zhidachov, who was his father's favorite son. After his father's death, served as Rebbe in Mikolów. His daughter Shlomotze was the wife of Rebbe Baruch Rubin (1864-1935), who served as Rabbi and Rebbe of Berezdovtsy and Kolomyya in Galicia, and after World War I settled in Hungary in the Gerla (Mezomegyer) community where he served as Rebbe.
[1], 169, 150-159, [1] leaf. 34.5 cm. Good-fair condition, use stains and wear, few moth damages. Rubbed fabric binding.
Attached is a letter by an expert who certifies the signatures and according to its signs and attributes the book to the library of Rebbe Elazar of Lańcut (1808-1865) son of the author of Bnei Yissachar.
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Hassidism – Manuscripts, Letters and Signatures
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
Opening: $300
Sold for: $425
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Amudei Olam, novellae of halacha and aggada, by Rabbi Shmuel Rabbi of Shtrim ben Rabbi Azriel Melnzburg (in Neumark). Berlin, [1741]. Rare sole edition.
Stamps of Rebbe "Nachum Dovber Freidman" – Rebbe Nachum Dovber Freidman (died in 1883, Otzar HaRabbanim 15912), son of Rebbe Shalom Yosef of Ruzhin and son-in-law of his uncle, Rebbe Avraham Ya'akov of Sadigura – the holy sons of Rabbi Yisrael of Ruzhin. His library was one of the most important libraries of his times. His stamp "Acquired with my money" is stamped on all the books he purchased.
In the introduction of the Rabbi the author, he tells of the blood libel in Pozna in 1736.
48 leaves. 19 cm. Good-fair condition, damages and light stains. New binding.
Stamps of Rebbe "Nachum Dovber Freidman" – Rebbe Nachum Dovber Freidman (died in 1883, Otzar HaRabbanim 15912), son of Rebbe Shalom Yosef of Ruzhin and son-in-law of his uncle, Rebbe Avraham Ya'akov of Sadigura – the holy sons of Rabbi Yisrael of Ruzhin. His library was one of the most important libraries of his times. His stamp "Acquired with my money" is stamped on all the books he purchased.
In the introduction of the Rabbi the author, he tells of the blood libel in Pozna in 1736.
48 leaves. 19 cm. Good-fair condition, damages and light stains. New binding.
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Hassidism – Manuscripts, Letters and Signatures
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
Opening: $300
Unsold
"Sefer Magid Devarav L’Ya’akov – Likutei Amarim", by the Maggid of Mezeritch. Lvov, 1863.
Leaf following title page contains ink-stamps by Rebbe Rabbi “Yechiel Heschel Karilowitz…”.
The righteous Rabbi Yechiel Heschel of Karilowitz (1843-1916, Encyclopedia of Hassidism II, pp. 195-196), Rebbe of Apta-Zinkiv. Direct male descendant of the "Ohev Yisrael" of Apta. Son-in-law of Rebbe Rabbi Yehoshua Rokeach of Belz. Served as Rebbe in town of Karilowitz in Podolia. Passed away during a visit to his "Chassidim" in Kishinev.
30 leaves. 25 cm. Good condition. Stains, moth stains.
Leaf following title page contains ink-stamps by Rebbe Rabbi “Yechiel Heschel Karilowitz…”.
The righteous Rabbi Yechiel Heschel of Karilowitz (1843-1916, Encyclopedia of Hassidism II, pp. 195-196), Rebbe of Apta-Zinkiv. Direct male descendant of the "Ohev Yisrael" of Apta. Son-in-law of Rebbe Rabbi Yehoshua Rokeach of Belz. Served as Rebbe in town of Karilowitz in Podolia. Passed away during a visit to his "Chassidim" in Kishinev.
30 leaves. 25 cm. Good condition. Stains, moth stains.
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Hassidism – Manuscripts, Letters and Signatures
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
Opening: $200
Sold for: $525
Including buyer's premium
"Atzei Chaim", on "Moadim". By Rebbe Chaim Zvi Teitelbaum Rabbi of Sighet. Sighet, 1934. First edition.
Signed by "The Holy Shlomo Zalman Ehrenreich" – Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Ehrenreich, Rabbi of Shamloy (1863-1944, Otzar HaRabbanim 18739), grandson of the" Kol Aryeh" rabbi of Mad. A Torah genius,"mekubal" and "chassid", prominent "posek" and leading Hungarian rabbi, a close "chassid" of the author of "Kedushat Yom Tov" of Sighet. Also a close friend and admirer of the Rebbe's sons, Rabbi Chaim Zvi of Sighet and Rabbi Yoel of Satmar. Among his books: "Lechem Shlomo" Responsa, "Tiyul BaPardes","Rachmei Ha'Av" and more.
[2], 158 leaves. 25.5 cm. Wide margins, brittle paper, good-fair condition, slightly damaged original binding.
Signed by "The Holy Shlomo Zalman Ehrenreich" – Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Ehrenreich, Rabbi of Shamloy (1863-1944, Otzar HaRabbanim 18739), grandson of the" Kol Aryeh" rabbi of Mad. A Torah genius,"mekubal" and "chassid", prominent "posek" and leading Hungarian rabbi, a close "chassid" of the author of "Kedushat Yom Tov" of Sighet. Also a close friend and admirer of the Rebbe's sons, Rabbi Chaim Zvi of Sighet and Rabbi Yoel of Satmar. Among his books: "Lechem Shlomo" Responsa, "Tiyul BaPardes","Rachmei Ha'Av" and more.
[2], 158 leaves. 25.5 cm. Wide margins, brittle paper, good-fair condition, slightly damaged original binding.
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Hassidism – Manuscripts, Letters and Signatures
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
Opening: $200
Sold for: $625
Including buyer's premium
"Shev Shmat'ta", with glosses by Rabbi Baruch Frankel. Lemberg, 1864. First edition of "Baruch Ta'am" glosses.
Several handwritten glosses. Many signatures on title page: "I bought it for ---Naftali HaCohen Shwartz"; "R' Shmuel HaCohen Shwartz"; "This great book belongs to my father and teacher, I, his son and disciple… 1923, Moshe Leib Ehrenreich". Stamp of Rabbi "Moshe Leib Ehrenreich son of the Rabbi of Mad"; signature of "Menachem Mendel Horowitz Rabbi of Melitz and its region".
*Rabbi Naftali Shwartz, author of "Beit Naftali" (1846-1897) son of the "Kol Aryeh", from 1884 served in the rabbinate of his ancestors, in G-d's city of Mad. *His son-in-law and cousin was Rabbi Chaim Zvi Ehrenreich, who served many years as "Dayan" and rabbi in Mad and from 1932 served as" Av Beit Din" of Mad. After his death in 1937, his son Rabbi Moshe Leib Ehrenreich succeeded him in this position. *Rabbi Menachem Mendel Horowitz (1883-1903), who succeeded his father as rabbi and rebbe in the city of Melitz was renowned as a tzaddik and Torah scholar. (See attached material).
[2], 50, 32 leaves. 24.5 cm. Fair condition, wear and tear.
Several handwritten glosses. Many signatures on title page: "I bought it for ---Naftali HaCohen Shwartz"; "R' Shmuel HaCohen Shwartz"; "This great book belongs to my father and teacher, I, his son and disciple… 1923, Moshe Leib Ehrenreich". Stamp of Rabbi "Moshe Leib Ehrenreich son of the Rabbi of Mad"; signature of "Menachem Mendel Horowitz Rabbi of Melitz and its region".
*Rabbi Naftali Shwartz, author of "Beit Naftali" (1846-1897) son of the "Kol Aryeh", from 1884 served in the rabbinate of his ancestors, in G-d's city of Mad. *His son-in-law and cousin was Rabbi Chaim Zvi Ehrenreich, who served many years as "Dayan" and rabbi in Mad and from 1932 served as" Av Beit Din" of Mad. After his death in 1937, his son Rabbi Moshe Leib Ehrenreich succeeded him in this position. *Rabbi Menachem Mendel Horowitz (1883-1903), who succeeded his father as rabbi and rebbe in the city of Melitz was renowned as a tzaddik and Torah scholar. (See attached material).
[2], 50, 32 leaves. 24.5 cm. Fair condition, wear and tear.
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