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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Signature of Rabbi Chaim Pinto. Essaouira (Mogador, Morocco), [1803].
Bill of ruling pertaining to monetary issues; torn and missing on upper half, contains conclusion of ruling and signatures of Dayanim.
The first signatory is the divine Kabbalist and scholar Rabbi Chaim Pinto (Senior) Av Beit Din of Mogador (passed away in 1845). Among glorious personalities of Moroccan Jewry and among its greatest and most righteous individuals. He arrived in Essaouira (Mogador) as an orphaned youth where he became disciple of Rabbi Ya’akov Bibas and shortly after became famous as one of the scholars of the generation. Following the demise of his rabbi, was appointed as his successor as rabbi of the city despite his young age. He established the first Beit Din in the city and served as Rosh Yeshiva of prominent disciples. Was famous as miracle worker and Kabbalist. It is related that he merited the revelation of Eliyahu HaNavi. Was also well-known throughout countries of Europe from where he received requests for prayer. The Chida sent him his book Chaim Sha’al [alluding to his name – Rabbi Chaim]. Salvation and miracle-working stories attributed to him are well-known among Jews of Morocco [some are collected in the book Mekor HaChaim written by his son Rabbi Moshe Pinto]. His tombstone in Mogador has became a source of attraction and is visited by many from the time of his death until today.
Alongside Rabbi Chaim Pinto, the Ga’on Rabbi David ben LeChazan also signed [among righteous scholars of Morocco, Dayan in Beit Din of Rabbi Chaim Pinto], as well as additional signature “Raphael ben --“.
Section of leaf, restored and bound in binding. 9.5 cm. Good condition, professionally restored damage. New binding, gilded imprint.
Bill of ruling pertaining to monetary issues; torn and missing on upper half, contains conclusion of ruling and signatures of Dayanim.
The first signatory is the divine Kabbalist and scholar Rabbi Chaim Pinto (Senior) Av Beit Din of Mogador (passed away in 1845). Among glorious personalities of Moroccan Jewry and among its greatest and most righteous individuals. He arrived in Essaouira (Mogador) as an orphaned youth where he became disciple of Rabbi Ya’akov Bibas and shortly after became famous as one of the scholars of the generation. Following the demise of his rabbi, was appointed as his successor as rabbi of the city despite his young age. He established the first Beit Din in the city and served as Rosh Yeshiva of prominent disciples. Was famous as miracle worker and Kabbalist. It is related that he merited the revelation of Eliyahu HaNavi. Was also well-known throughout countries of Europe from where he received requests for prayer. The Chida sent him his book Chaim Sha’al [alluding to his name – Rabbi Chaim]. Salvation and miracle-working stories attributed to him are well-known among Jews of Morocco [some are collected in the book Mekor HaChaim written by his son Rabbi Moshe Pinto]. His tombstone in Mogador has became a source of attraction and is visited by many from the time of his death until today.
Alongside Rabbi Chaim Pinto, the Ga’on Rabbi David ben LeChazan also signed [among righteous scholars of Morocco, Dayan in Beit Din of Rabbi Chaim Pinto], as well as additional signature “Raphael ben --“.
Section of leaf, restored and bound in binding. 9.5 cm. Good condition, professionally restored damage. New binding, gilded imprint.
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
Opening: $400
Sold for: $575
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Three" Beit Din" documents on matters of estate signed by rabbis:
1. "Shtar Siluk", on matters of the estate of Rabbi Chaim Abuhav. Signed by Rabbi Reuven Elmaliach and Rabbi Yitzchak ebn Margi. Tituan, 16th of Kislev 5605[1844]. At the bottom of the document is a "Shtar Siluk" of other heirs who received their part in money, signed by Rabbi Avraham Anhori and Rabbi Shlomo Nahon. Tituan, Sivan 5606[ 1846].
2." Shtar" on matters of estate. Signatures of Rabbi Reuven Elmaliach and Rabbi Shlomo Nahon. Tituan, Shvat 5609 [1849].
3. Shtar with signatures of Rabbi Moshe ben Walid and Rabbi David A--- Rabat, Shvat 5685[ 1925].
3 documents, varied size. Good condition.
1. "Shtar Siluk", on matters of the estate of Rabbi Chaim Abuhav. Signed by Rabbi Reuven Elmaliach and Rabbi Yitzchak ebn Margi. Tituan, 16th of Kislev 5605[1844]. At the bottom of the document is a "Shtar Siluk" of other heirs who received their part in money, signed by Rabbi Avraham Anhori and Rabbi Shlomo Nahon. Tituan, Sivan 5606[ 1846].
2." Shtar" on matters of estate. Signatures of Rabbi Reuven Elmaliach and Rabbi Shlomo Nahon. Tituan, Shvat 5609 [1849].
3. Shtar with signatures of Rabbi Moshe ben Walid and Rabbi David A--- Rabat, Shvat 5685[ 1925].
3 documents, varied size. Good condition.
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Collection of remnants of manuscript leaves removed from the "Binding Geniza". Sections of Beit Din rulings, lists and letters. [Morocco, 16th century?].
Among the signatures: Ya'akov Adahan", "Menachem Tzeva", "Se'adya Chas—", "Refael Agai--".
Approximately 25 paper sections. Poor condition, varying damages from bindings.
Among the signatures: Ya'akov Adahan", "Menachem Tzeva", "Se'adya Chas—", "Refael Agai--".
Approximately 25 paper sections. Poor condition, varying damages from bindings.
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Collection of Halachic responsa in handwriting of the Ga’on Rabbi Shalom Mashash. * Five responses in his handwriting and signature [most of which were written during period of residence in Morocco]. * Leaves in his handwriting, with lists and drafts referring to his rulings. * Large collection of leaves in preparation for printing of four sections of his book – Tevu’ot Shemesh Responsa [Jerusalem, 1979-1981]. Includes: Halachic responsa, typewritten [it is related that Rabbi Mashash himself printed them with his own hands], some signed with his ink-stamp or handwriting (stamps from period of service in Morocco); photocopy leaves of his manuscript, with handwritten revisions and additions.
* Sefer Nachalat Avot by Rabbi Yitzchak Koriat. Livorno, [1899]. Personal inscription: “Given to me by Rabbi S. Abuchatzira, Shalom Mashash”. [Apparently, received it from Rabbi Shimon Abuchatzira who served as Dayan in his Beit Din in Casablanca].
The Ga’on Rabbi Shalom Mashash (1909-2003), among leading Dayanim and Halachic authorities of his generation. From 1955 served as chief rabbi and Av Beit Din of Casablanca, Morocco; in 1976 immigrated to the holy city of Jerusalem in order to serve as chief rabbi and chief Av Beit Din of the city. Composed many books in Halacha and Aggadah: Mizrach Shemesh, Beit Shemesh, VeCham HaShemesh, Tevu’ot Shemesh Responsa, Shemesh U’Magen Responsa and more.
Hundreds of leaves. Various sizes, general condition good.
* Sefer Nachalat Avot by Rabbi Yitzchak Koriat. Livorno, [1899]. Personal inscription: “Given to me by Rabbi S. Abuchatzira, Shalom Mashash”. [Apparently, received it from Rabbi Shimon Abuchatzira who served as Dayan in his Beit Din in Casablanca].
The Ga’on Rabbi Shalom Mashash (1909-2003), among leading Dayanim and Halachic authorities of his generation. From 1955 served as chief rabbi and Av Beit Din of Casablanca, Morocco; in 1976 immigrated to the holy city of Jerusalem in order to serve as chief rabbi and chief Av Beit Din of the city. Composed many books in Halacha and Aggadah: Mizrach Shemesh, Beit Shemesh, VeCham HaShemesh, Tevu’ot Shemesh Responsa, Shemesh U’Magen Responsa and more.
Hundreds of leaves. Various sizes, general condition good.
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Manuscript, "Yada DeTbacha". [Meknes, early 20th century].
Laws and customs pertaining to food ritually unfit for eating by Rabbi Shlomo son of Rabbi Daniel Berdugo (1854-1906," Malchei Rabanan"), rabbi and rabbinical authority in Meknes. At end of manuscript copyist signed his name: “May G-d merit me to outline the writing… rabbis of Meknes… Shlomo C. Adahan” [apparently one of disciples of Rabbi Shlomo Berdugo].
[62] written pages. 30 cm. Good condition, stains, blurred ink in several places. New binding.
Laws and customs pertaining to food ritually unfit for eating by Rabbi Shlomo son of Rabbi Daniel Berdugo (1854-1906," Malchei Rabanan"), rabbi and rabbinical authority in Meknes. At end of manuscript copyist signed his name: “May G-d merit me to outline the writing… rabbis of Meknes… Shlomo C. Adahan” [apparently one of disciples of Rabbi Shlomo Berdugo].
[62] written pages. 30 cm. Good condition, stains, blurred ink in several places. New binding.
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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Varied collection of handwritten leaves, sections of compositions, signatures, paper items. [Morocco and Oriental countries].
Among the leaves: * Four pages of a composition on practical kabbalah. * Dozens of handwritten leaves, homiletics. [Morocco? 20th century]. * Handwritten leaf, "I have heard a remez to the words of the Ari… Lag LaOmer 1851". * Shtar Shiduchim. Taza [Morocco], 1830. * Handwritten pamphlet [partial], prayers for livelihood and about gilgulim.
Dozens of leaves, various sizes and conditions.
Among the leaves: * Four pages of a composition on practical kabbalah. * Dozens of handwritten leaves, homiletics. [Morocco? 20th century]. * Handwritten leaf, "I have heard a remez to the words of the Ari… Lag LaOmer 1851". * Shtar Shiduchim. Taza [Morocco], 1830. * Handwritten pamphlet [partial], prayers for livelihood and about gilgulim.
Dozens of leaves, various sizes and conditions.
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Auction 30 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
March 6, 2013
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*"Lecha Shlomo", responsa. Rabbi Shlomo HaCohen. At the beginning of the book is the article "Yachas Duvdo". Casablanca, 1937. Title page in blue and red ink. On the introduction page is a colored printed photograph of the author. The author's printed dedication leaf is completed in the handwriting of Rabbi Yehuda ben Shimol.
*"Mayim Chaim". Responsa on "Orach Chaim". Rabbi Yosef Mashash. Fes, [1940]. Title page in red ink. Large photograph of author. Author's dedication completed with scribal writing.
2 books, size 30-32 cm. Good condition, detached worn bindings.
*"Mayim Chaim". Responsa on "Orach Chaim". Rabbi Yosef Mashash. Fes, [1940]. Title page in red ink. Large photograph of author. Author's dedication completed with scribal writing.
2 books, size 30-32 cm. Good condition, detached worn bindings.
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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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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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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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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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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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