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![Kol Nehi, eulogy of the Vilna Gaon, in a homiletic poetic lamentation [vowelized]. By Rabbi Tuvia (Tobias) Guttman (Feder). W](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale51a-public/110.jpg "Kol Nehi - Eulogy of the Vilna Gaon - Warsaw, 1798")
Auction 51 Part I - Books Chassidism Manuscripts Rabbinical Letters
July 11, 2016
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Kol Nehi, eulogy of the Vilna Gaon, in a homiletic poetic lamentation [vowelized]. By Rabbi Tuvia (Tobias) Guttman (Feder). Warsaw, 1798.
"Upon the death of the humble pious man… a true Torah genius… R' Eliyahu of Vilna".
The Vilna Gaon died on Succot, 1798. Only two or three of the hundreds of eulogies delivered throughout Jewish communities around the world after his death were printed (see Otzar Sifei HaGra, p. 225). These books are rare.
9, [4] leaves. 15.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Worming. Old half-leather binding with worming.
Vinograd, Otzar Sifrei HaGra, no. 1295.
"Upon the death of the humble pious man… a true Torah genius… R' Eliyahu of Vilna".
The Vilna Gaon died on Succot, 1798. Only two or three of the hundreds of eulogies delivered throughout Jewish communities around the world after his death were printed (see Otzar Sifei HaGra, p. 225). These books are rare.
9, [4] leaves. 15.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Worming. Old half-leather binding with worming.
Vinograd, Otzar Sifrei HaGra, no. 1295.
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Toldot Adam, biography of Rebbe Zalman of Volozhin [Rebbe Zalme'le, brother of Rabbi Chaim of Volozhin and disciple of the Vilna Gaon], Part 1, by Rabbi Yechezkel Feivel the Magid of Vilna. Dyhernfurth, 1801. Contains Kuntress Acharon and Part 2. Dyhernfurth, 1809. First edition.
On the verso of the first title page is a dedication (in Rashi script) by Rabbi "Avraham Shlomo Zalman" Tzoref [one of the heads of the Perushim community, the disciples of the Vilna Gaon in Eretz Israel], who dedicated the book in 1829 to the Rabbi of Gibraltar (the name is erased). Signature on title page: "Eliyahu Almaliach". Another signature: "I purchased it…complete Matuta Y.N.".
[4], 101, 102-105, [2] leaves; [1], 23 leaves (lacking the two last leaves of Part 2. Originally [3], 25 leaves). 17 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains and worming. Old worn binding.
This copy clearly shows that Kuntress Acharon, leaves 102-105, and the 2 following leaves of approbation, were printed together with Part 2 in 1809.
Vinograd, Otzar Sifei HaGra, no. 1510.
On the verso of the first title page is a dedication (in Rashi script) by Rabbi "Avraham Shlomo Zalman" Tzoref [one of the heads of the Perushim community, the disciples of the Vilna Gaon in Eretz Israel], who dedicated the book in 1829 to the Rabbi of Gibraltar (the name is erased). Signature on title page: "Eliyahu Almaliach". Another signature: "I purchased it…complete Matuta Y.N.".
[4], 101, 102-105, [2] leaves; [1], 23 leaves (lacking the two last leaves of Part 2. Originally [3], 25 leaves). 17 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains and worming. Old worn binding.
This copy clearly shows that Kuntress Acharon, leaves 102-105, and the 2 following leaves of approbation, were printed together with Part 2 in 1809.
Vinograd, Otzar Sifei HaGra, no. 1510.
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Auction 51 Part I - Books Chassidism Manuscripts Rabbinical Letters
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Tractate Avot with the commentaries of Rashi and of "The true Torah prodigy, Rabbi of the entire Diaspora Rabbi Eliyahu Chassid"; with Avot D'Rabbi Natan and Masechtot Ketanot according to the version of the Vilna Gaon. Shklow, [1804]. First edition.
On the title page are various ownership inscriptions, and stamps of the ancient Beit Midrash Sha'arei Zion in Jerusalem. Copious handwritten marginalia (some damaged), by two or three writers in Ashkenazi handwriting [c. 19th century]. At the end of one gloss, the writer alludes to his name (Leaf 17/1).
82 leaves. 21.5 cm. Fair condition. Wear damages and worming. Restorations to title page and to introduction page. New binding.
On the title page are various ownership inscriptions, and stamps of the ancient Beit Midrash Sha'arei Zion in Jerusalem. Copious handwritten marginalia (some damaged), by two or three writers in Ashkenazi handwriting [c. 19th century]. At the end of one gloss, the writer alludes to his name (Leaf 17/1).
82 leaves. 21.5 cm. Fair condition. Wear damages and worming. Restorations to title page and to introduction page. New binding.
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![Manuscript, Sifra D'Tzni'uta with the commentary of the Vilna Gaon. [Lithuania, mid-19th century].
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![Manuscript, Sifra D'Tzni'uta with the commentary of the Vilna Gaon. [Lithuania, mid-19th century].
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Auction 51 Part I - Books Chassidism Manuscripts Rabbinical Letters
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Manuscript, Sifra D'Tzni'uta with the commentary of the Vilna Gaon. [Lithuania, mid-19th century].
The commentary of the Vilna Gaon on Sifra D'Tzni'uta was first printed in Vilna and Grodno, 1820. The variations between this manuscript and the printed edition indicate that this manuscript was copied from a different source, different than the version of the printed edition. [However, the type of paper and script show that it was written a little later, ca. 1830-1860]. Particularly handsome writing and typography, cursive Ashkenazi writing incorporating titles and sections in square calligraphic and hollow square script. Illustrated title page [without writing]. Few marginalia. Ancient owners' stamps in Hebrew and Russian: "Baruch Yitzchaki"; "Avraham Borisowitz Reivsky, Moscow". Ancient signatures.
[81] written leaves, 23 cm. Especially wide margins. Good-fair condition. Stains, tears and gluing to several leaves. New fabric binding.
The commentary of the Vilna Gaon on Sifra D'Tzni'uta was first printed in Vilna and Grodno, 1820. The variations between this manuscript and the printed edition indicate that this manuscript was copied from a different source, different than the version of the printed edition. [However, the type of paper and script show that it was written a little later, ca. 1830-1860]. Particularly handsome writing and typography, cursive Ashkenazi writing incorporating titles and sections in square calligraphic and hollow square script. Illustrated title page [without writing]. Few marginalia. Ancient owners' stamps in Hebrew and Russian: "Baruch Yitzchaki"; "Avraham Borisowitz Reivsky, Moscow". Ancient signatures.
[81] written leaves, 23 cm. Especially wide margins. Good-fair condition. Stains, tears and gluing to several leaves. New fabric binding.
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Handwritten letter and two signatures of Rabbi Shemaryahu Yosef Karelitz and a letter (in Yiddish) handwritten and signed by his wife Rebbetzin Rasha Leah, to their eldest son Rabbi Meir Karelitz. Kosava, Cheshvan 1904.
An interesting letter dealing with a shidduch from the city of Vilna. He refers to something said by his son Rabbi Avraham Yeshaya [author of Chazon Ish] on this matter: "I do not understand the words of my son R' A.Y. about doing my will for two reasons…". At the end of the letter after the first signature "Shemaryosef" [the letter Yud used for both his names combining both names into one], he adds his regards to his "mechutan the Gaon" [Rabbi Shlomo HaCohen of Vilna, author of Cheshek Shlomo, father-in-law of Rabbi Meir Karelitz] "and his son R' A.Y" [Rabbi Avraham Yisrael HaCohen], and signs again "Shemaryosef".
Rabbi Shmaryahu Yosef Karelitz (1852-1916), author of Beit Talmud, served as Av Beit Din and Rosh Yeshiva of Kosava bordering with Grodno. Son-in-law of Rabbi Shaul Katzenelbogen Av-Beit-Din of Kobryn. His wife, Rebbetzin Rasha Leah was known for her righteousness and her modesty and merited seeing all nine sons and sons-in-laws outstanding G-d fearing Torah scholars and important rabbis. Among them are Avraham Yeshayahu Karelitz, author of Chazon Ish, Rabbi Meir Karelitz Av Beit Din of Lachowicze and one of the heads of Mo'etzet Gedolei HaTorah and Rabbi Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky author of Kehilot Ya'akov (the Steipler).
Stamped postcard, 14 cm. Fair condition. Creases and stains.
An interesting letter dealing with a shidduch from the city of Vilna. He refers to something said by his son Rabbi Avraham Yeshaya [author of Chazon Ish] on this matter: "I do not understand the words of my son R' A.Y. about doing my will for two reasons…". At the end of the letter after the first signature "Shemaryosef" [the letter Yud used for both his names combining both names into one], he adds his regards to his "mechutan the Gaon" [Rabbi Shlomo HaCohen of Vilna, author of Cheshek Shlomo, father-in-law of Rabbi Meir Karelitz] "and his son R' A.Y" [Rabbi Avraham Yisrael HaCohen], and signs again "Shemaryosef".
Rabbi Shmaryahu Yosef Karelitz (1852-1916), author of Beit Talmud, served as Av Beit Din and Rosh Yeshiva of Kosava bordering with Grodno. Son-in-law of Rabbi Shaul Katzenelbogen Av-Beit-Din of Kobryn. His wife, Rebbetzin Rasha Leah was known for her righteousness and her modesty and merited seeing all nine sons and sons-in-laws outstanding G-d fearing Torah scholars and important rabbis. Among them are Avraham Yeshayahu Karelitz, author of Chazon Ish, Rabbi Meir Karelitz Av Beit Din of Lachowicze and one of the heads of Mo'etzet Gedolei HaTorah and Rabbi Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky author of Kehilot Ya'akov (the Steipler).
Stamped postcard, 14 cm. Fair condition. Creases and stains.
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Two letters from the family of the Chazon Ish, concerning the marriage of Rabbi Shlomo Shimshon Karelitz - the eldest grandson of the Karelitz family, [1939-1940]:
· Letter in Yiddish "To our sister-in-law the Rebbetzin", handwritten and signed by Rabbi Meir Karelitz, as well as by his wife, Rebbetzin Miriam. Sent to their sister-in-law, Rebbetzin Batya Karelitz, wife of the Chazon Ish, containing a personal request to come to Jerusalem to participate in the joy of the wedding of their eldest son, Rabbi Shlomo Shimshon with Devorah Weiner. [1940].
· Letter in Yiddish handwritten and signed by Rebbetzin "M. Kanievsky", to her friend Ms. Weiner. [In the letter she relates that her brother Rabbi Meir Karelitz is coming to Jerusalem for Shabbat and will visit them in their home to conclude the matter "G-d willing, with joy and success" - apparently referring to the conclusion of the match of his son Rabbi Shlomo Shimshon with Ms. Weiner's daughter. [Bnei Brak, autumn 1939].
Rabbi Meir Karelitz (1877-1955), was Av Beit Din of Bilohirya (Lachovitz), eldest brother of the Chazon Ish and leader of Charedi Jewry in Poland and in Eretz Israel. He immigrated to Eretz Israel in the summer of 1939 and in Kislev of that year, his son Rabbi Shlomo Shimshon Karelitz became engaged to Devora Weiner of Vilna, who immigrated to Jerusalem with her widowed mother. The shadchan of this match was the Chazon Ish who sent his young sister, Rebbetzin Miriam Pesha Kanievsky [the Steipler's wife] to arrange the shidduch. The wedding took place in Jerusalem in Adar on Erev Shabbat, Parshat Ki Tisa 1940, and the Chazon Ish stayed that Shabbat in the home of his brother Rabbi Meir Karelitz, in the Givat Shaul neighborhood of Jerusalem. [This is one of the few times that the Chazon Ish visited Jerusalem during the two decades he lived in Eretz Israel].
Two letters, varying size. The first is written on an official postcard of Rabbi Meir Karelitz from the city of Bilohirya (Lachovitz). Good condition.
· Letter in Yiddish "To our sister-in-law the Rebbetzin", handwritten and signed by Rabbi Meir Karelitz, as well as by his wife, Rebbetzin Miriam. Sent to their sister-in-law, Rebbetzin Batya Karelitz, wife of the Chazon Ish, containing a personal request to come to Jerusalem to participate in the joy of the wedding of their eldest son, Rabbi Shlomo Shimshon with Devorah Weiner. [1940].
· Letter in Yiddish handwritten and signed by Rebbetzin "M. Kanievsky", to her friend Ms. Weiner. [In the letter she relates that her brother Rabbi Meir Karelitz is coming to Jerusalem for Shabbat and will visit them in their home to conclude the matter "G-d willing, with joy and success" - apparently referring to the conclusion of the match of his son Rabbi Shlomo Shimshon with Ms. Weiner's daughter. [Bnei Brak, autumn 1939].
Rabbi Meir Karelitz (1877-1955), was Av Beit Din of Bilohirya (Lachovitz), eldest brother of the Chazon Ish and leader of Charedi Jewry in Poland and in Eretz Israel. He immigrated to Eretz Israel in the summer of 1939 and in Kislev of that year, his son Rabbi Shlomo Shimshon Karelitz became engaged to Devora Weiner of Vilna, who immigrated to Jerusalem with her widowed mother. The shadchan of this match was the Chazon Ish who sent his young sister, Rebbetzin Miriam Pesha Kanievsky [the Steipler's wife] to arrange the shidduch. The wedding took place in Jerusalem in Adar on Erev Shabbat, Parshat Ki Tisa 1940, and the Chazon Ish stayed that Shabbat in the home of his brother Rabbi Meir Karelitz, in the Givat Shaul neighborhood of Jerusalem. [This is one of the few times that the Chazon Ish visited Jerusalem during the two decades he lived in Eretz Israel].
Two letters, varying size. The first is written on an official postcard of Rabbi Meir Karelitz from the city of Bilohirya (Lachovitz). Good condition.
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Family letter handwritten and signed by Rabbi "Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky". [The content written to a family member, indicates that it was written to his brother-in-law, his wife's brother, Rabbi Avraham Yeshaya Karelitz, author of the Chazon Ish].
The letter deals with various family matters, stating that "our mother has probably already written the details". It mentions a previous letter which was sent and did not reach them, "Regarding Chaim, in my lowly opinion if he studies practical aspects of halacha he will be fitting to became a rabbi, and I have not heard about his state of health…" [We are not sure to which Chaim he is referring. Possibly, it is his nephew Rabbi Chaim Greineman (1926-2005), but, it is more likely that the letter was written in 1933 at the time the Chazon Ish immigrated to Eretz Israel and the Steipler and the mother of the Chazon Ish still lived abroad, which means that the letter is referring to a different family member whose name is Chaim].
Leaf 19.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Creases and wear.
The letter deals with various family matters, stating that "our mother has probably already written the details". It mentions a previous letter which was sent and did not reach them, "Regarding Chaim, in my lowly opinion if he studies practical aspects of halacha he will be fitting to became a rabbi, and I have not heard about his state of health…" [We are not sure to which Chaim he is referring. Possibly, it is his nephew Rabbi Chaim Greineman (1926-2005), but, it is more likely that the letter was written in 1933 at the time the Chazon Ish immigrated to Eretz Israel and the Steipler and the mother of the Chazon Ish still lived abroad, which means that the letter is referring to a different family member whose name is Chaim].
Leaf 19.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Creases and wear.
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Two long (unsigned) letters of Torah teachings on topics associated with Tractate Shabbat, handwritten by Rabbi Avraham Yeshaya Karelitz, author of Chazon Ish. [Bnei Brak, ca. 1940].
Sent to Rabbi Binyamin Yehoshua Zilber, and printed in his book Mekor Halacha (Jerusalem, 1949, Vol. 1, Omissions p. 135), and in the second edition (Bnei Brak, 1961, in the Omissions, Leaf 79/1, and in several places inside the book: Leaf 43; etc.). On the leaves are notes and additions (in blue ink), in the handwriting of Rabbi Binyamin Zilber.
Two leaves. Size and condition vary. One is complete (16 lines in the handwriting of the Chazon Ish), and the other damaged and lacking (13 lines in the handwriting of the Chazon Ish). Both are laminated.
Sent to Rabbi Binyamin Yehoshua Zilber, and printed in his book Mekor Halacha (Jerusalem, 1949, Vol. 1, Omissions p. 135), and in the second edition (Bnei Brak, 1961, in the Omissions, Leaf 79/1, and in several places inside the book: Leaf 43; etc.). On the leaves are notes and additions (in blue ink), in the handwriting of Rabbi Binyamin Zilber.
Two leaves. Size and condition vary. One is complete (16 lines in the handwriting of the Chazon Ish), and the other damaged and lacking (13 lines in the handwriting of the Chazon Ish). Both are laminated.
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Report Card for the student "Chaim son of R' Shmuel Greineman". Tiferet Zvi Yeshiva, Bnei Brak, Elul 1936.
Report card for the general test with the mark "Excellent" in comprehension and "Very Good" in knowledge, diligence and conduct. Signed by the rabbi of the "Testing Committtee" and members of the Yeshiva management: Rabbi Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky [the Steipler who was also Rabbi Chaim's uncle], "Rabbi Avraham Yitzchak Gershonowitz, Rabbi of Zhabinka and now Rabbi here" and Rabbi "Ya'akov Sneidman".
Rabbi Chaim Shaul Greineman (1926-2015), nephew of the Chazon Ish was ten-and-a-half years old at the time this report card was written and already then showed the budding of a brilliant mind and deep understanding.
Printed leaf, 25 cm. Filled by hand, with the yeshiva's stamp. Good-fair condition. Wear and stains, minor damages to folding marks.
Report card for the general test with the mark "Excellent" in comprehension and "Very Good" in knowledge, diligence and conduct. Signed by the rabbi of the "Testing Committtee" and members of the Yeshiva management: Rabbi Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky [the Steipler who was also Rabbi Chaim's uncle], "Rabbi Avraham Yitzchak Gershonowitz, Rabbi of Zhabinka and now Rabbi here" and Rabbi "Ya'akov Sneidman".
Rabbi Chaim Shaul Greineman (1926-2015), nephew of the Chazon Ish was ten-and-a-half years old at the time this report card was written and already then showed the budding of a brilliant mind and deep understanding.
Printed leaf, 25 cm. Filled by hand, with the yeshiva's stamp. Good-fair condition. Wear and stains, minor damages to folding marks.
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Selichot - Kodesh Hillulim, Lithuanian tradition. Jerusalem, 1969.
Copy of Rabbi Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky - the Steipler.
Before the title page - two of his stamps: "Rabbi Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky - Bnei Brak, Shikun Chazon Ish".
350 pages. 19 cm. Good-fair condition. Many stains. Penned inscriptions. Old binding, slightly damaged.
Copy of Rabbi Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky - the Steipler.
Before the title page - two of his stamps: "Rabbi Ya'akov Yisrael Kanievsky - Bnei Brak, Shikun Chazon Ish".
350 pages. 19 cm. Good-fair condition. Many stains. Penned inscriptions. Old binding, slightly damaged.
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Printed invitation to the wedding of Rabbi Yosef Dov HaLevi Soloveitchik, eldest son of "Rabbi Yitzchak Ze'ev HaLevi, the Ga'avad of Brisk", with the daughter of Rabbi Yitzchak Weinstein "former Rabbi of Vishnevo". On Wednesday, the 19th of the month of Adar Rishon 1946.
The invitation was sent by post to the Chazon Ish by the bride's father, Rabbi Yitzchak Weinstein, who wrote on the reverse side of the leaf: "In honor of Rabbi the Chazon Ish - Bnei Brak".
The groom is Rabbi Yosef Dov (R' Yoshe Ber) HaLevi Soloveitchik (1916-1981), head of the Brisk Yeshiva who arrived in Jerusalem during the Holocaust together with his father the Brisker Rav Rabbi Yitzchak Ze'ev [who succeeded in escaping the Holocaust together with some of his sons and daughters while his wife and some of his children remained in Brisk and were murdered in the Holocaust]. He assisted his father in establishing the Brisk Yeshiva in Jerusalem, and eventually stood at its helm and became one of the most revered Torah giants of the previous generation.
Leaf, 21 cm. Fair condition, stains.
The invitation was sent by post to the Chazon Ish by the bride's father, Rabbi Yitzchak Weinstein, who wrote on the reverse side of the leaf: "In honor of Rabbi the Chazon Ish - Bnei Brak".
The groom is Rabbi Yosef Dov (R' Yoshe Ber) HaLevi Soloveitchik (1916-1981), head of the Brisk Yeshiva who arrived in Jerusalem during the Holocaust together with his father the Brisker Rav Rabbi Yitzchak Ze'ev [who succeeded in escaping the Holocaust together with some of his sons and daughters while his wife and some of his children remained in Brisk and were murdered in the Holocaust]. He assisted his father in establishing the Brisk Yeshiva in Jerusalem, and eventually stood at its helm and became one of the most revered Torah giants of the previous generation.
Leaf, 21 cm. Fair condition, stains.
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![An interesting letter handwritten and signed by Rabbi "Yosef Duber HaLevi Soloveitchik". [Jerusalem, 1951].
Sent t](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale51a-public/328.jpg "Letter by Rabbi Yosef Dov HaLevi Soloveitchik of Brisk to the Chazon I")
Auction 51 Part I - Books Chassidism Manuscripts Rabbinical Letters
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An interesting letter handwritten and signed by Rabbi "Yosef Duber HaLevi Soloveitchik". [Jerusalem, 1951].
Sent to the Chazon Ish, notice of the birth of a son and requests for prayer and blessing. "It is my honor to inform you that a son was born to me and I hope his brit milah will take place on Monday the 6th of Adar. I request that you pray for the wellbeing of the child and the mother, and that I will merit performing the brit milah at the proper time and to raise him 'L'Torah l'chuppah ul'ma'asim tovim'". And you should please bless our son Avraham Yehoshua that we should merit raising and educating him to Torah and pure fear of Heaven".
Rabbi Yosef Dov (R' Yoshe Ber) HaLevi Soloveitchik (1916-1981), eldest son of Rabbi Yitzchak Ze'ev of Brisk. During the Holocaust years, he moved with his father to Jerusalem and assisted him in establishing the Brisk Yeshiva in Jerusalem and eventually stood at its helm. He is considered one of the leading Torah scholars of the previous generation. Avraham Yehoshua mentioned in the letter is his eldest son, Rabbi Avraham Yehoshua HaLevi Soloveitchik who is the head of the Brisk Yeshiva in Jerusalem today. The newborn son mentioned in the letter is Rabbi Chaim HaLevi Soloveitchik of Jerusalem, born on the 29th of Shevat 1951. Rabbi Yosef Dov had much contact with the Chazon Ish and would visit him at his home in Bnei Brak to discuss and consult him on halachic and private matters, besides the various times his father sent him to the Chazon Ish concerning public issues.
Leaf 23 cm. Fair condition. Dampstains on the ink.
Sent to the Chazon Ish, notice of the birth of a son and requests for prayer and blessing. "It is my honor to inform you that a son was born to me and I hope his brit milah will take place on Monday the 6th of Adar. I request that you pray for the wellbeing of the child and the mother, and that I will merit performing the brit milah at the proper time and to raise him 'L'Torah l'chuppah ul'ma'asim tovim'". And you should please bless our son Avraham Yehoshua that we should merit raising and educating him to Torah and pure fear of Heaven".
Rabbi Yosef Dov (R' Yoshe Ber) HaLevi Soloveitchik (1916-1981), eldest son of Rabbi Yitzchak Ze'ev of Brisk. During the Holocaust years, he moved with his father to Jerusalem and assisted him in establishing the Brisk Yeshiva in Jerusalem and eventually stood at its helm. He is considered one of the leading Torah scholars of the previous generation. Avraham Yehoshua mentioned in the letter is his eldest son, Rabbi Avraham Yehoshua HaLevi Soloveitchik who is the head of the Brisk Yeshiva in Jerusalem today. The newborn son mentioned in the letter is Rabbi Chaim HaLevi Soloveitchik of Jerusalem, born on the 29th of Shevat 1951. Rabbi Yosef Dov had much contact with the Chazon Ish and would visit him at his home in Bnei Brak to discuss and consult him on halachic and private matters, besides the various times his father sent him to the Chazon Ish concerning public issues.
Leaf 23 cm. Fair condition. Dampstains on the ink.
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