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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
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"Prayers for the year-round", with kavanot of the Arizal, prayers for weekdays, Shabbat and festivals, Nusach Sefard, compiled by the kabbalist R. Shabtai of Rashkov - disciple of the Baal Shem Tov. Korets, [1794]. First edition. Two volumes.
This siddur is the first to contain kavanot and customs of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov - prime teacher of the compiler of this siddur, R. Shabtai of Rashkov. The title page states that "Yichudim from the G-dly and holy Baal Shem Tov, whose name is renowned throughout the world" were added to this siddur. Additionally, this siddur is the first to feature the custom of reciting Viyehi Noam and Yoshev BeSeter Elyon seven times at the Chanukah candle lighting ceremony, which the Baal Shem Tov innovated: "And in the name of my teacher R. Yisrael Baal Shem, one should say seven times Viyehi Noam and Yoshev BeSeter in the ordinary way, and he would also recite these Psalms during the High Holidays and at any time of trouble…" (vol. I, p. 336b). Likewise, this is the source of the Baal Shem Tov's custom of refraining from idle talk on Shavuot night until after the Kedushah prayer of Mussaf: "In the name of my teacher, one must be very careful after the Tikkun in the night, not to interrupt with any mundane talk, until after Kedushah in Mussaf…" (vol. II, p. 52b). The page before states: "I received from my teacher, that when Shavuot falls on… one should focus during the reading of the Ten Commandments…". Likewise, he quotes kavanot "from my teacher, which one should focus one during the time of learning early in the morning, as well as kavanot for Hatarat Nedarim (annulment of a vow).
The siddur and its holy author were deemed holy and highly regarded by Chassidim, and especially by great Chassidic leaders. Seder HaDorot HaChadash (Satmar 1941, p. 19a) states: "R. Shabtai Rashkover, the holy kabbalist, composed a siddur with the kavanot of the Arizal, and it was printed a long time ago, and it is very rare…" (this was written in 1865). Michael Levi Rodkinson writes in his book Toldot Amudei HaChabad (Königsberg 1876, pp. 31-32) that when Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi compiled his siddur "he chose the siddur of R. Shabtai Sheftel of Rashkov from amongst the printed siddurim of the Arizal … and for the most part, he based the text of the prayers in his siddur on the siddur of R. Shabtai Rashkover". Imrei Pinchas HaShalem (I, pp. 223-224) quotes R. Yaakov Shimon son of R. Pinchas of Korets: "One must only pray from the rite of the Arizal printed in Lviv (=1788, R. Asher's siddur) or from the siddur of R. Shabtai, and not from other editions of the new siddurim". It also brings the words of R. Binyamin Ze'ev of Balta - close disciple of R. Pinchas of Korets: "…the siddur of R. Shabtai is also one of the siddurim we use". The Maggid of Kozhnitz, the Ateret Tzvi of Ziditchov and the Minchat Elazar of Munkacs studied the siddur of R. Shabtai in depth, and annotated it with glosses and commentaries which were later printed. Rebbe Shmuel Abba of Zichlin prayed his entire life from the siddur of R. Shabtai (Lahav Esh, Piotrkow 1935, p. 28).
R. Yisrael of Ruzhin would always pray from the copy of R. Shabtai's siddur actually handwritten by the author. Reputedly, after R. Yisrael of Ruzhin moved to Sadigura, "he constantly asked the people around him to make the effort to go bring him the siddur which he left in Iași, since it was handwritten by R. Shabtai…and when they finally brought the siddur to Sadigura, he exclaimed 'This siddur is my life!'" (Yeshuot Yisrael, Podgórze 1904, II, p. 49).
The kabbalist R. Shabtai son of R. Tzvi Hirsh of Rashkov (Rașcov; b. before 1720? - d. 1781-1784) was a disciple of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov and the latter's sofer. Some say that he was the disciple of R. Dov Ber, the Maggid of Mezeritch. R. Meir of Premishlan the first served as a teacher of young boys in the home of R. Shabtai, and reputedly, the Baal Shem Tov went to visit them, so that they could together make efforts, through Yichudim and kavanot, to cancel the influence of the Frankist movement which had broadened at that time. R. Shabtai was known as an expert copyist and editor of manuscripts, especially holy manuscripts of the teachings of the Arizal and his disciples. Thus for instance, Pri Etz Chaim (by R. Chaim Vital), printed in Korets 1785, contains many additions from the disciples of the Arizal which were not included in the first edition: "This comes to improve upon the first, since we toiled and found a very accurate Pri Etz Chaim, copied by R. Shabtai Rashkover, whose writings are all considered perfect…". Reputedly, the Baal Shem Tov asked R. Shabtai to copy for him the composition of the kabbalist R. Heshel Tzoref, "and he gave it to him to copy, and the time was not ripe, until R. Yisrael Baal Shem was summoned to the Heavenly academy". A wondrous account is related regarding the exceptional holiness of the writings of R. Shabtai, in the name of the rabbi of Otyniyia. Once, a manuscript of the siddur of R. Shabtai mistakenly fell into the fireplace without anyone realizing. The fire burnt on it throughout the entire winter, and nevertheless, only the blank leaves of the manuscript got consumed, the rest remained completely intact. R. Shabtai's year of birth and death are shrouded in mystery. He left behind an illustrious dynasty of Tzaddikim and rebbes, including his son Rebbe Yosef - disciple of R. Pinchas of Korets, his grandson - Rebbe Shlomo Zalmina of Rashkov, his great-grandson - R. Shabtai (the second) of Rashkov, and others (Siddur R. Shabtai, Jerusalem 2008 - biography of the author).
This siddur is based upon previous editions of Ashkenazic siddurim of the Arizal. The first Arizal siddur, printed in Zhovkva in 1781, was compiled by the kabbalist R. Aryeh son of R. Avraham of Zhovkva, with the approbation of the Torah scholars and kabbalists of the Brody Kloiz. Subsequently, R. Asher's siddur was printed in Lviv, 1788, compiled by R. Asher Margolies of Mezhibuzh - disciple of R. Chaim Sanzer of Brody. In the Lviv 1788 edition, errors which crept into the first edition were corrected, and additions based on other books of the writings of the Arizal were added: Etz Chaim, Sefer HaYichudim, Machberet HaKodesh, as well as "the siddur of the great kabbalist, the renowned Chassid, the G-dly man R. Shabtai of Rashkov" (this siddur was then still in manuscript; from R. Asher Margolies' preface to his siddur). R. Shabtai's siddur is thus built upon the siddur printed in Zhovkva 1781, to which R. Shabtai added further important additions from the writings of the Arizal.
Two volumes. Vol. I: 236, 241-248, 253-256, [1], 257-263, 261-344 leaves. Lacking first two leaves (replaced in photocopy). Without [1] leaf between leaves 263 and 261, presumably included in some copies only, with Psalm 107, for Mincha of Shabbat, and the passage from the Zohar "Kegavna" for Kabbalat Shabbat. Vol. II: 62; 99 leaves. Vol. I: 17 cm. Vol. II: 18.5 cm. Condition varies. Many leaves in good-fair condition. Some leaves in fair condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains. Traces of past dampness with mold. Signs of use. Worming, repaired. Damage. Marginal tears to many leaves in various places in both volumes, occasionally slightly affecting text with some minor loss, repaired with paper (many leaves were restored). Many tears and damage to leaves 1-2 of vol. I and final 3 leaves of vol. II, repaired with paper. New leather bindings, placed in a matching leather-covered slipcase.
On p. 225b of the first volume, stamp of the kabbalist R. "Aharon Avraham Slotki, Jerusalem".
This siddur is the first to contain kavanot and customs of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov - prime teacher of the compiler of this siddur, R. Shabtai of Rashkov. The title page states that "Yichudim from the G-dly and holy Baal Shem Tov, whose name is renowned throughout the world" were added to this siddur. Additionally, this siddur is the first to feature the custom of reciting Viyehi Noam and Yoshev BeSeter Elyon seven times at the Chanukah candle lighting ceremony, which the Baal Shem Tov innovated: "And in the name of my teacher R. Yisrael Baal Shem, one should say seven times Viyehi Noam and Yoshev BeSeter in the ordinary way, and he would also recite these Psalms during the High Holidays and at any time of trouble…" (vol. I, p. 336b). Likewise, this is the source of the Baal Shem Tov's custom of refraining from idle talk on Shavuot night until after the Kedushah prayer of Mussaf: "In the name of my teacher, one must be very careful after the Tikkun in the night, not to interrupt with any mundane talk, until after Kedushah in Mussaf…" (vol. II, p. 52b). The page before states: "I received from my teacher, that when Shavuot falls on… one should focus during the reading of the Ten Commandments…". Likewise, he quotes kavanot "from my teacher, which one should focus one during the time of learning early in the morning, as well as kavanot for Hatarat Nedarim (annulment of a vow).
The siddur and its holy author were deemed holy and highly regarded by Chassidim, and especially by great Chassidic leaders. Seder HaDorot HaChadash (Satmar 1941, p. 19a) states: "R. Shabtai Rashkover, the holy kabbalist, composed a siddur with the kavanot of the Arizal, and it was printed a long time ago, and it is very rare…" (this was written in 1865). Michael Levi Rodkinson writes in his book Toldot Amudei HaChabad (Königsberg 1876, pp. 31-32) that when Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi compiled his siddur "he chose the siddur of R. Shabtai Sheftel of Rashkov from amongst the printed siddurim of the Arizal … and for the most part, he based the text of the prayers in his siddur on the siddur of R. Shabtai Rashkover". Imrei Pinchas HaShalem (I, pp. 223-224) quotes R. Yaakov Shimon son of R. Pinchas of Korets: "One must only pray from the rite of the Arizal printed in Lviv (=1788, R. Asher's siddur) or from the siddur of R. Shabtai, and not from other editions of the new siddurim". It also brings the words of R. Binyamin Ze'ev of Balta - close disciple of R. Pinchas of Korets: "…the siddur of R. Shabtai is also one of the siddurim we use". The Maggid of Kozhnitz, the Ateret Tzvi of Ziditchov and the Minchat Elazar of Munkacs studied the siddur of R. Shabtai in depth, and annotated it with glosses and commentaries which were later printed. Rebbe Shmuel Abba of Zichlin prayed his entire life from the siddur of R. Shabtai (Lahav Esh, Piotrkow 1935, p. 28).
R. Yisrael of Ruzhin would always pray from the copy of R. Shabtai's siddur actually handwritten by the author. Reputedly, after R. Yisrael of Ruzhin moved to Sadigura, "he constantly asked the people around him to make the effort to go bring him the siddur which he left in Iași, since it was handwritten by R. Shabtai…and when they finally brought the siddur to Sadigura, he exclaimed 'This siddur is my life!'" (Yeshuot Yisrael, Podgórze 1904, II, p. 49).
The kabbalist R. Shabtai son of R. Tzvi Hirsh of Rashkov (Rașcov; b. before 1720? - d. 1781-1784) was a disciple of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov and the latter's sofer. Some say that he was the disciple of R. Dov Ber, the Maggid of Mezeritch. R. Meir of Premishlan the first served as a teacher of young boys in the home of R. Shabtai, and reputedly, the Baal Shem Tov went to visit them, so that they could together make efforts, through Yichudim and kavanot, to cancel the influence of the Frankist movement which had broadened at that time. R. Shabtai was known as an expert copyist and editor of manuscripts, especially holy manuscripts of the teachings of the Arizal and his disciples. Thus for instance, Pri Etz Chaim (by R. Chaim Vital), printed in Korets 1785, contains many additions from the disciples of the Arizal which were not included in the first edition: "This comes to improve upon the first, since we toiled and found a very accurate Pri Etz Chaim, copied by R. Shabtai Rashkover, whose writings are all considered perfect…". Reputedly, the Baal Shem Tov asked R. Shabtai to copy for him the composition of the kabbalist R. Heshel Tzoref, "and he gave it to him to copy, and the time was not ripe, until R. Yisrael Baal Shem was summoned to the Heavenly academy". A wondrous account is related regarding the exceptional holiness of the writings of R. Shabtai, in the name of the rabbi of Otyniyia. Once, a manuscript of the siddur of R. Shabtai mistakenly fell into the fireplace without anyone realizing. The fire burnt on it throughout the entire winter, and nevertheless, only the blank leaves of the manuscript got consumed, the rest remained completely intact. R. Shabtai's year of birth and death are shrouded in mystery. He left behind an illustrious dynasty of Tzaddikim and rebbes, including his son Rebbe Yosef - disciple of R. Pinchas of Korets, his grandson - Rebbe Shlomo Zalmina of Rashkov, his great-grandson - R. Shabtai (the second) of Rashkov, and others (Siddur R. Shabtai, Jerusalem 2008 - biography of the author).
This siddur is based upon previous editions of Ashkenazic siddurim of the Arizal. The first Arizal siddur, printed in Zhovkva in 1781, was compiled by the kabbalist R. Aryeh son of R. Avraham of Zhovkva, with the approbation of the Torah scholars and kabbalists of the Brody Kloiz. Subsequently, R. Asher's siddur was printed in Lviv, 1788, compiled by R. Asher Margolies of Mezhibuzh - disciple of R. Chaim Sanzer of Brody. In the Lviv 1788 edition, errors which crept into the first edition were corrected, and additions based on other books of the writings of the Arizal were added: Etz Chaim, Sefer HaYichudim, Machberet HaKodesh, as well as "the siddur of the great kabbalist, the renowned Chassid, the G-dly man R. Shabtai of Rashkov" (this siddur was then still in manuscript; from R. Asher Margolies' preface to his siddur). R. Shabtai's siddur is thus built upon the siddur printed in Zhovkva 1781, to which R. Shabtai added further important additions from the writings of the Arizal.
Two volumes. Vol. I: 236, 241-248, 253-256, [1], 257-263, 261-344 leaves. Lacking first two leaves (replaced in photocopy). Without [1] leaf between leaves 263 and 261, presumably included in some copies only, with Psalm 107, for Mincha of Shabbat, and the passage from the Zohar "Kegavna" for Kabbalat Shabbat. Vol. II: 62; 99 leaves. Vol. I: 17 cm. Vol. II: 18.5 cm. Condition varies. Many leaves in good-fair condition. Some leaves in fair condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains. Traces of past dampness with mold. Signs of use. Worming, repaired. Damage. Marginal tears to many leaves in various places in both volumes, occasionally slightly affecting text with some minor loss, repaired with paper (many leaves were restored). Many tears and damage to leaves 1-2 of vol. I and final 3 leaves of vol. II, repaired with paper. New leather bindings, placed in a matching leather-covered slipcase.
On p. 225b of the first volume, stamp of the kabbalist R. "Aharon Avraham Slotki, Jerusalem".
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
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Tzofnat Pane'ach, homily on Shemot, by R. Yaakov Yosef HaKohen Katz Rabbi of Polonne, author of Toldot Yaakov Yosef. Korets: [Tzvi Hirsh Margolies and son-in-law Shmuel son of Yissachar Ber], [1782]. First edition.
The books of the Toldot Yaakov Yosef are the most important and authentic source of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, containing hundreds of references to teachings the author personally heard from the Baal Shem Tov, emphasized throughout the book and beginning with the words "I heard from my master".
This book was especially cherished by Chassidic leaders, who ascribed great holiness to the author and to his books. The Maggid of Mezeritch commended the author as having merited revelation of Eliyahu and reached lofty heights. R. Pinchas of Korets attested that a book of such stature has never yet existed, and its teachings originate from Heaven. He would customarily say that all new books do not totally conform with the truth, except for the books of the rabbi of Polonne which are "teachings from Paradise", and that with each quotation "heard from my master" one can resurrect the dead (!).
The Chida in Shem HaGedolim writes about this book: "Tzofnat Pane'ach, innovative novellae… homily on the Torah portions of Shemot, delightful homily according to the "Pardes" approaches of interpretation. Authored by R. Yaakov Yosef, who often cited the introductions of his prominent teacher, R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov. And we know that this rabbi already published Toldot Yaakov Yosef, and it is widely acclaimed. And there (in Tzofnat Pane'ach), it says that he authored Ben Porat Yosef. And Tzofnat Pane'ach was printed in Korets in 1782" (Maarechet Sefarim, Tzadi). From the words of the Chida, it appears that of all the books of the Toldot Yaakov Yosef, only this one was before him.
Handwritten inscription on the title page: "Property of the Kloizel of R. Yitzchak Eizik of Berditchev", with the stamp of "The Kloizel of the late R. Yitzchak Eizik Efrati of Berditchev".
[1], 95 leaves. 30.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains and dark stains to some leaves. Worming to several leaves. Marginal tears and damage to title page, repaired with paper. Tears to last two leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Minor damage in several places. Stamps. New, elegant leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 505.
The books of the Toldot Yaakov Yosef are the most important and authentic source of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, containing hundreds of references to teachings the author personally heard from the Baal Shem Tov, emphasized throughout the book and beginning with the words "I heard from my master".
This book was especially cherished by Chassidic leaders, who ascribed great holiness to the author and to his books. The Maggid of Mezeritch commended the author as having merited revelation of Eliyahu and reached lofty heights. R. Pinchas of Korets attested that a book of such stature has never yet existed, and its teachings originate from Heaven. He would customarily say that all new books do not totally conform with the truth, except for the books of the rabbi of Polonne which are "teachings from Paradise", and that with each quotation "heard from my master" one can resurrect the dead (!).
The Chida in Shem HaGedolim writes about this book: "Tzofnat Pane'ach, innovative novellae… homily on the Torah portions of Shemot, delightful homily according to the "Pardes" approaches of interpretation. Authored by R. Yaakov Yosef, who often cited the introductions of his prominent teacher, R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov. And we know that this rabbi already published Toldot Yaakov Yosef, and it is widely acclaimed. And there (in Tzofnat Pane'ach), it says that he authored Ben Porat Yosef. And Tzofnat Pane'ach was printed in Korets in 1782" (Maarechet Sefarim, Tzadi). From the words of the Chida, it appears that of all the books of the Toldot Yaakov Yosef, only this one was before him.
Handwritten inscription on the title page: "Property of the Kloizel of R. Yitzchak Eizik of Berditchev", with the stamp of "The Kloizel of the late R. Yitzchak Eizik Efrati of Berditchev".
[1], 95 leaves. 30.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains and wear. Dampstains and dark stains to some leaves. Worming to several leaves. Marginal tears and damage to title page, repaired with paper. Tears to last two leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Minor damage in several places. Stamps. New, elegant leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 505.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
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Keter Shem Tov, "All the holy teachings of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov" - selections of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, arranged by R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta (Opatów). Zhovkva: Yehuda Leib Meyerhoffer and Mordechai Rabinstein, [1794]. First edition.
The first part of Keter Shem Tov - renowned compendium of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings. The book contains teachings of the Baal Shem Tov selected from the books of his disciples, R. Yaakov Yosef of Polonne and the Maggid of Mezeritch. This is one of the first compendiums printed of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. The book was published in two parts in Zhovkva, 1794-1795.
Approbations from Rebbe Menachem Mendel of Liska, R. Shlomo of Karlin and R. Avraham Moshe of Pshevorsk are featured at the beginning of the book, followed by the "Tzavaah of the Baal Shem Tov". The subsequent leaf contains a letter which the Baal Shem Tov addressed to his brother-in-law R. Gershon of Kitov, in Eretz Israel.
The compiler of this book, R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta (Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, I, p. 157), authored several popular Chassidic books, including: Or HaGanuz LaTzadikim, the Tefilla Yeshara - Keter Nehora siddur and other books. He was the disciple of R. Uziel Meisels of Ryczywół. He succeeded R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev as rabbi of Żelechów, and later served as rabbi of Biłgoraj. In 1803, he was appointed rabbi of Apta, alongside Rebbe Avraham Yehoshua Heshel, the Ohev Yisrael.
On the title page and several other leaves, signatures of R. "Shmuel Heller", rabbi of Safed (1786-1884, an outstanding Torah scholar, proficient in a range of sciences including medicine. He was raised in the home of the Chozeh of Lublin and following his advice, immigrated to Eretz Israel. Served as rabbi of Safed for 60 years). Signatures of R. "Moshe Deutsch", son-in-law of R. Shmuel Heller's son.
[30] leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, dampstains and wear. Tears to title page, slightly affecting text (the leaf was professionally repaired). Worming to title page and several other leaves, repaired. Open tear to top left-hand corner of leaf 21, not affecting text, repaired. Small marginal open tears to three leaves preceding last leaf, repaired. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 249.
This edition has several variants, with minor typographic variations and differences to the text of the title page (see Bibliography of the Hebrew Book, listing 139450).
The first part of Keter Shem Tov - renowned compendium of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings. The book contains teachings of the Baal Shem Tov selected from the books of his disciples, R. Yaakov Yosef of Polonne and the Maggid of Mezeritch. This is one of the first compendiums printed of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. The book was published in two parts in Zhovkva, 1794-1795.
Approbations from Rebbe Menachem Mendel of Liska, R. Shlomo of Karlin and R. Avraham Moshe of Pshevorsk are featured at the beginning of the book, followed by the "Tzavaah of the Baal Shem Tov". The subsequent leaf contains a letter which the Baal Shem Tov addressed to his brother-in-law R. Gershon of Kitov, in Eretz Israel.
The compiler of this book, R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta (Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, I, p. 157), authored several popular Chassidic books, including: Or HaGanuz LaTzadikim, the Tefilla Yeshara - Keter Nehora siddur and other books. He was the disciple of R. Uziel Meisels of Ryczywół. He succeeded R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev as rabbi of Żelechów, and later served as rabbi of Biłgoraj. In 1803, he was appointed rabbi of Apta, alongside Rebbe Avraham Yehoshua Heshel, the Ohev Yisrael.
On the title page and several other leaves, signatures of R. "Shmuel Heller", rabbi of Safed (1786-1884, an outstanding Torah scholar, proficient in a range of sciences including medicine. He was raised in the home of the Chozeh of Lublin and following his advice, immigrated to Eretz Israel. Served as rabbi of Safed for 60 years). Signatures of R. "Moshe Deutsch", son-in-law of R. Shmuel Heller's son.
[30] leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, dampstains and wear. Tears to title page, slightly affecting text (the leaf was professionally repaired). Worming to title page and several other leaves, repaired. Open tear to top left-hand corner of leaf 21, not affecting text, repaired. Small marginal open tears to three leaves preceding last leaf, repaired. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 249.
This edition has several variants, with minor typographic variations and differences to the text of the title page (see Bibliography of the Hebrew Book, listing 139450).
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
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Likutei Etzot, Parts I-II, "Segulot and cures for soul and body", teachings of R. Nachman of Breslov, compiled by his disciple R. Natan Sternhartz, the Moharnat of Breslov. [Dubno? 1816]. First edition.
A basic book of the teachings of R. Nachman of Breslov. A compilation of recommendations and brief instructions, arranged following an alphabetic list of topics. The title page states: "Wonderful advice, which makes the simple one wise, straightens the crookedness of the heart, to determine which path to adopt, and to flee the counsel of the Evil Inclination. Segulot and cures for curing the soul and the body to lead it to revival, Amen". The book was compiled by the close disciple of R. Nachman of Breslov and disseminator of his teachings, R. Natan Sternhartz of Breslov, who selected advice and practical guidance from the teachings and deep discourses of R. Nachman of Breslov which are presented in Likutei Moharan, thereby fulfilling the testament of his teacher who attested that his entire intention in revealing his writings and teachings was to guide people to proper and virtuous deeds.
The book was printed by R. Natan himself and he held it in high regard, as attested by R. Yisrael Halpern (Karduner) in his introduction to Kitzur Likutei Moharan HaShalem: "This book was greatly treasured by our teacher R. Natan and he instructed all his followers to study it each day".
The book is divided into two parts. Part I - Aleph-Mem. Part II, with a divisional title page - Mem-Taf.
58, [30] leaves. 16.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, dampstains. Wear and tears, particularly to margins, repaired with paper. A few loose leaves. Stamps. New, elegant leather binding.
Place of printing according to G. Scholem, Eleh Shemot, Jerusalem 1928, p. 16, no. 44.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 289.
A basic book of the teachings of R. Nachman of Breslov. A compilation of recommendations and brief instructions, arranged following an alphabetic list of topics. The title page states: "Wonderful advice, which makes the simple one wise, straightens the crookedness of the heart, to determine which path to adopt, and to flee the counsel of the Evil Inclination. Segulot and cures for curing the soul and the body to lead it to revival, Amen". The book was compiled by the close disciple of R. Nachman of Breslov and disseminator of his teachings, R. Natan Sternhartz of Breslov, who selected advice and practical guidance from the teachings and deep discourses of R. Nachman of Breslov which are presented in Likutei Moharan, thereby fulfilling the testament of his teacher who attested that his entire intention in revealing his writings and teachings was to guide people to proper and virtuous deeds.
The book was printed by R. Natan himself and he held it in high regard, as attested by R. Yisrael Halpern (Karduner) in his introduction to Kitzur Likutei Moharan HaShalem: "This book was greatly treasured by our teacher R. Natan and he instructed all his followers to study it each day".
The book is divided into two parts. Part I - Aleph-Mem. Part II, with a divisional title page - Mem-Taf.
58, [30] leaves. 16.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, dampstains. Wear and tears, particularly to margins, repaired with paper. A few loose leaves. Stamps. New, elegant leather binding.
Place of printing according to G. Scholem, Eleh Shemot, Jerusalem 1928, p. 16, no. 44.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 289.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $15,000
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Tikkun HaKlali, by R. Nachman of Breslov (Bratslav). [Breslov: Printed in the home of Moharnat - R. Natan Sternhartz of Nemirov], [1821]. First edition.
Printed without title page. A title, with the name of the book, appears on the first page: "Its name is fitting for it - Tikkun HaKlali (General Rectification), because it is a rectification of the covenant called Tikkun HaKlali… to say these ten Psalms… revealed by… R. Nachman" (page 1a).
The Tikkun HaKlali is a set of ten Psalms compiled by R. Nachman of Breslov to be recited as an atonement for violations of the Covenant. These ten Psalms correspond to the ten expressions of song and praise with which the Book of Psalms was composed (p. 1a). The Tikkun HaKlali is also beneficial for atoning for sins in general and is a Segulah for livelihood, health and spiritual and material success.
According to Breslov Chassidic tradition, R. Nachman merited the revelation of this tikkun from Heaven and highly valued it. Before his death, he declared that "whoever visits my gravesite, gives a coin to charity and says these ten Psalms, in whatever manner he can, I will try with all my might to bring him good…" (page 1b). He also said: "Whoever visits my gravesite, recites these ten Psalms and gives a coin to charity, no matter how great his sins, I will do everything in my power, spanning the length and breadth of the creation to save and cleanse him" (Sichot HaRan, 141). R. Nachman further declared: "I am very positive in everything I say. But I am most positive in regard to the great benefit of these ten Psalms" (ibid.), and he is also reputed for saying that his life was worthwhile, even if he came down into the world only to reveal this tikkun.
This is the first edition of the composition, printed in the home of R. Natan (Moharnat) by R. Shachne, his son. The Tikkun was printed without R. Natan's knowledge, as he himself wrote (Yemei Moharnat, I, section 99).
After the chapters of Tehillim, the prayer Ashira L'Hashem was added on leaves 4-6. This prayer was composed by R. Natan to be recited after saying the Tikkun: "And after the ten Psalms, it is beneficial to recite this prayer…". (The title Likutei Tefillot appears at the head of the pages).
On p. 5b, a passage was inserted (printed in a "window" beside the text) to be recited at the gravesite of R. Nachman of Breslov: "When praying at his holy gravesite, one should say the following: and in the merit of the righteous man who rests here… I endured a difficult journey to come prostrate myself on the grave of this true and holy righteous man…".
6 leaves. 16 cm. Printed on blueish paper. Fair-good condition. Stains. Worming affecting text, professionally restored with paper (in several places, letters were completed in handwriting). New, elaborate leather binding, placed in a slipcase.
Place and year of printing according to G. Scholem, Eleh Shemot, Jerusalem 1928, p. 38, no. 146; R. Natan Tzvi König, Neveh Tzadikim, Bnei Brak 1969, p. 67.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 621.
Printed without title page. A title, with the name of the book, appears on the first page: "Its name is fitting for it - Tikkun HaKlali (General Rectification), because it is a rectification of the covenant called Tikkun HaKlali… to say these ten Psalms… revealed by… R. Nachman" (page 1a).
The Tikkun HaKlali is a set of ten Psalms compiled by R. Nachman of Breslov to be recited as an atonement for violations of the Covenant. These ten Psalms correspond to the ten expressions of song and praise with which the Book of Psalms was composed (p. 1a). The Tikkun HaKlali is also beneficial for atoning for sins in general and is a Segulah for livelihood, health and spiritual and material success.
According to Breslov Chassidic tradition, R. Nachman merited the revelation of this tikkun from Heaven and highly valued it. Before his death, he declared that "whoever visits my gravesite, gives a coin to charity and says these ten Psalms, in whatever manner he can, I will try with all my might to bring him good…" (page 1b). He also said: "Whoever visits my gravesite, recites these ten Psalms and gives a coin to charity, no matter how great his sins, I will do everything in my power, spanning the length and breadth of the creation to save and cleanse him" (Sichot HaRan, 141). R. Nachman further declared: "I am very positive in everything I say. But I am most positive in regard to the great benefit of these ten Psalms" (ibid.), and he is also reputed for saying that his life was worthwhile, even if he came down into the world only to reveal this tikkun.
This is the first edition of the composition, printed in the home of R. Natan (Moharnat) by R. Shachne, his son. The Tikkun was printed without R. Natan's knowledge, as he himself wrote (Yemei Moharnat, I, section 99).
After the chapters of Tehillim, the prayer Ashira L'Hashem was added on leaves 4-6. This prayer was composed by R. Natan to be recited after saying the Tikkun: "And after the ten Psalms, it is beneficial to recite this prayer…". (The title Likutei Tefillot appears at the head of the pages).
On p. 5b, a passage was inserted (printed in a "window" beside the text) to be recited at the gravesite of R. Nachman of Breslov: "When praying at his holy gravesite, one should say the following: and in the merit of the righteous man who rests here… I endured a difficult journey to come prostrate myself on the grave of this true and holy righteous man…".
6 leaves. 16 cm. Printed on blueish paper. Fair-good condition. Stains. Worming affecting text, professionally restored with paper (in several places, letters were completed in handwriting). New, elaborate leather binding, placed in a slipcase.
Place and year of printing according to G. Scholem, Eleh Shemot, Jerusalem 1928, p. 38, no. 146; R. Natan Tzvi König, Neveh Tzadikim, Bnei Brak 1969, p. 67.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 621.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
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Volume comprising seven books printed in Czernowitz (Chernivtsi), including some prominent Chassidic books:
• Darchei Yesharim, correct practices of R. Menachem Mendel of Premishlan, with a letter from the Tzaddik of Ziditchov and the will of the disciple of the Rivash (R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov). [Czernowitz, 1855]. The four leaves of the will of the disciple of the Baal Shem Tov were bound after the book Tzavaat Rivash and Hanhagot Yesharot.
• Tzavaat Rivash and Hanhagot Yesharot. Wills and practices of the Baal Shem Tov and the Maggid of Mezeritch. With a letter from R. Moshe Yehuda Leib (of Sassov). Czernowitz, 1855. Copy with a slight variation to title page - the Hebrew year was printed explicitly on the title page, unlike the listing in the Bibliography of the Hebrew Book.
• Likutei Ramal, Torah selections according to Chassidic teachings, on the Torah portions, by Rebbe Moshe Yehuda Leib Teitelbaum of Sassov. Czernowitz, 1856. First edition. Stefansky Chassidut, no. 293.
• Michvar HaPeninim, by R. Yedaya HaPenini, with explanation of the words. Czernowitz, 1854.
• Derech Chochma, Maamar al HaHaggadot, Maamar HaIkrim and Maamar HaChochma, by R. Moshe Chaim Luzzatto - the Ramchal. Czernowitz, [1855]. Four parts, bound out of sequence.
• Derech Emet, by R. Meshullam Phoebus Heller. Czernowitz, 1855.
• Lev David, by R. Chaim Yosef David Azulai. Czernowitz, 1855.
Seven books in one volume. 2-11, [1] leaves; 18; 4 leaves 20; 43, [1] leaves; 13-20, 21-31, [1], 1-9, 10-12 leaves (leaves bound out of sequence); 6 leaves; 72 leaves. Lacking title page of first book. 15.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains and light wear. Worming. First leaf and several other leaves, detached. Minor tears and damage with loss to several leaves. Without binding.
• Darchei Yesharim, correct practices of R. Menachem Mendel of Premishlan, with a letter from the Tzaddik of Ziditchov and the will of the disciple of the Rivash (R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov). [Czernowitz, 1855]. The four leaves of the will of the disciple of the Baal Shem Tov were bound after the book Tzavaat Rivash and Hanhagot Yesharot.
• Tzavaat Rivash and Hanhagot Yesharot. Wills and practices of the Baal Shem Tov and the Maggid of Mezeritch. With a letter from R. Moshe Yehuda Leib (of Sassov). Czernowitz, 1855. Copy with a slight variation to title page - the Hebrew year was printed explicitly on the title page, unlike the listing in the Bibliography of the Hebrew Book.
• Likutei Ramal, Torah selections according to Chassidic teachings, on the Torah portions, by Rebbe Moshe Yehuda Leib Teitelbaum of Sassov. Czernowitz, 1856. First edition. Stefansky Chassidut, no. 293.
• Michvar HaPeninim, by R. Yedaya HaPenini, with explanation of the words. Czernowitz, 1854.
• Derech Chochma, Maamar al HaHaggadot, Maamar HaIkrim and Maamar HaChochma, by R. Moshe Chaim Luzzatto - the Ramchal. Czernowitz, [1855]. Four parts, bound out of sequence.
• Derech Emet, by R. Meshullam Phoebus Heller. Czernowitz, 1855.
• Lev David, by R. Chaim Yosef David Azulai. Czernowitz, 1855.
Seven books in one volume. 2-11, [1] leaves; 18; 4 leaves 20; 43, [1] leaves; 13-20, 21-31, [1], 1-9, 10-12 leaves (leaves bound out of sequence); 6 leaves; 72 leaves. Lacking title page of first book. 15.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains and light wear. Worming. First leaf and several other leaves, detached. Minor tears and damage with loss to several leaves. Without binding.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $500
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Or HaGanuz, novellae on the Torah according to allegoric, kabbalistic and Chassidic approaches, with a second part - VeZot LiYehuda, novellae on Mishnayot "according to allegoric and kabbalistic approaches, lofty secrets", by R. Yehuda Leib HaKohen of Anipoli (Hannopil). Lviv, 1866. First edition.
In the publisher's foreword, the grandson of the author attests that "Tzaddikim of the generation wrote that this work is a protection and blessing for the home…". The author, R. Yehuda Leib HaKohen of Anipoli (d. 1807, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, II, pp. 33-34), was a disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch. According to one source, he was previously a disciple of the Vilna Gaon. He was ostensibly one of the four disciples who were at the side of the Maggid at the time of his death (together with R. Avraham HaMalach, the Baal HaTanya and R. Zusha of Anipoli). In his final moments, the Maggid of Mezeritch declared: "You too will be in my proximity - for the lips of the Kohen shall guard knowledge, and I am from the spheres of Daat - knowledge…". He and his friend R. Zusha of Anipoli were approached by R. Shneur Zalman of Liadi to grant their approbation to the Tanya.
At the time of printing, Or HaGanuz received enthusiastic approbations from prominent Chassidic leaders of the time, including the only book approbation ever given by Rebbe Menachem Mendel of Lubavitch, the Tzemach Tzedek, as well as approbations by R. Chaim of Sanz and R. Yitzchak Meir of Ger, the Chiddushei HaRim.
This copy is lacking leaf 1, the first leaf of approbations, containing approbations by R. Mordechai of Chernobyl and his holy sons - R. Aharon of Chernobyl, R. Avraham of Turiisk and R. David of Tolna, and by his nephew R. Yitzchak Yaakov of Makariv.
Part I: 12; 84 leaves; Part II (separate title page): 33 leaves. Lacking leaf 1 (first leaf of approbations) in Part I. 24 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains. Light wear, creases and minor damage to margins of first four leaves. Title page and first leaves detached. Inscriptions. Old binding, damaged and detached.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 21.
In the publisher's foreword, the grandson of the author attests that "Tzaddikim of the generation wrote that this work is a protection and blessing for the home…". The author, R. Yehuda Leib HaKohen of Anipoli (d. 1807, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, II, pp. 33-34), was a disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch. According to one source, he was previously a disciple of the Vilna Gaon. He was ostensibly one of the four disciples who were at the side of the Maggid at the time of his death (together with R. Avraham HaMalach, the Baal HaTanya and R. Zusha of Anipoli). In his final moments, the Maggid of Mezeritch declared: "You too will be in my proximity - for the lips of the Kohen shall guard knowledge, and I am from the spheres of Daat - knowledge…". He and his friend R. Zusha of Anipoli were approached by R. Shneur Zalman of Liadi to grant their approbation to the Tanya.
At the time of printing, Or HaGanuz received enthusiastic approbations from prominent Chassidic leaders of the time, including the only book approbation ever given by Rebbe Menachem Mendel of Lubavitch, the Tzemach Tzedek, as well as approbations by R. Chaim of Sanz and R. Yitzchak Meir of Ger, the Chiddushei HaRim.
This copy is lacking leaf 1, the first leaf of approbations, containing approbations by R. Mordechai of Chernobyl and his holy sons - R. Aharon of Chernobyl, R. Avraham of Turiisk and R. David of Tolna, and by his nephew R. Yitzchak Yaakov of Makariv.
Part I: 12; 84 leaves; Part II (separate title page): 33 leaves. Lacking leaf 1 (first leaf of approbations) in Part I. 24 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains. Light wear, creases and minor damage to margins of first four leaves. Title page and first leaves detached. Inscriptions. Old binding, damaged and detached.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 21.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $1,000
Sold for: $1,250
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Yismach Moshe, Chassidism, Kabbalah, homily and ethics on the Torah portions. Part IV, on Bamidbar-Devarim, by R. Moshe Teitelbaum Rabbi of Ujhel (Sátoraljaújhely). Lviv, 1861. First edition. With approbations by the Divrei Chaim Rebbe of Sanz and the Yitav Lev of Sighet (grandson of the author).
The author, R. Moshe Teitelbaum Rabbi of Ujhel (1759-1841), was the forerunner of the Sighet and Satmar dynasties, as well as other prominent Chassidic dynasties. He was renowned already in his youth as an outstanding Torah scholar, and even had the merit of studying in the Beit Midrash of the Gaon of Vilna. He served as rabbi of Shinova (Sieniawa) and Ujhel. He embraced Chassidism is his later years, and became a disciple of the Chozeh of Lublin and the Ohev Yisrael of Apta. From 1808, with his appointment as rabbi of Ujhel, he began disseminating Chassidism in Hungary. He was renowned is his time as a rebbe and wonder-worker, and dealt extensively in amulets. His books include: Responsa Heshiv Moshe on Halacha, Yismach Moshe and Tefilla LeMoshe.
[1], 49; 72, [1] leaves. Divisional title page for Devarim. In Devarim, many leaves bound out of sequence, including title page. 24.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Dampstains. Wear. Tears to several leaves. Worming. Owner's stamp to first title page. Old binding, partially detached.
The author, R. Moshe Teitelbaum Rabbi of Ujhel (1759-1841), was the forerunner of the Sighet and Satmar dynasties, as well as other prominent Chassidic dynasties. He was renowned already in his youth as an outstanding Torah scholar, and even had the merit of studying in the Beit Midrash of the Gaon of Vilna. He served as rabbi of Shinova (Sieniawa) and Ujhel. He embraced Chassidism is his later years, and became a disciple of the Chozeh of Lublin and the Ohev Yisrael of Apta. From 1808, with his appointment as rabbi of Ujhel, he began disseminating Chassidism in Hungary. He was renowned is his time as a rebbe and wonder-worker, and dealt extensively in amulets. His books include: Responsa Heshiv Moshe on Halacha, Yismach Moshe and Tefilla LeMoshe.
[1], 49; 72, [1] leaves. Divisional title page for Devarim. In Devarim, many leaves bound out of sequence, including title page. 24.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Dampstains. Wear. Tears to several leaves. Worming. Owner's stamp to first title page. Old binding, partially detached.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
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Volume comprising three Chassidic books by the Divrei Chaim, first rebbe of Sanz (Nowy Sącz), and by his son the Divrei Yechezkel first rebbe of Shinova (Sieniawa) - first editions:
• Divrei Chaim Part I, on the Torah, by Rebbe Chaim Halberstam of Sanz. Munkacs, 1877. Bound with Part II, on the Festivals and Tractate Bava Metzia. Munkacs, 1877. First edition, published by "the sons of the author".
Bound with:
• Totzaot Chaim, glosses, corrections and sources for the book Divrei Chaim, by R. Akiva Lieber. Podgórze (Kraków), 1899.
• Divrei Yechezkel, on the Torah, festivals and responsa, by Rebbe Yechezkel Halberstam Rabbi of Shinova. Podgórze (Kraków), 1901. First edition.
In their foreword to Divrei Chaim on the Torah, the sons describe their father, the holy author, and the day of his passing: "…renowned and prominent… his exceptional holiness and righteousness, he devoted his entire life to Torah and worship of G-d with devotion and great fear of G-d, with absolute dedication, from his youth until… as we observed on the day of his passing… how he sanctified himself like heavenly beings with yichudim and great fervor, and he did not cease for one moment until his soul cleaved to the Heavenly light...". The sons conclude by relating of their father's will to publish these books: "…and we, sons of the holy author, the rebbe, expended great effort in publishing this work, since that is what he commanded us before his passing, to publish it as soon as possible, and may the merit of our father, the holy author protect us and the entire Jewish people, may the prestige of Torah and fear of G-d be raised, and may we and all our Jewish brethren receive an abundance of blessing and success".
In their foreword to Part II, the sons of the author add that their father the Divrei Chaim studied Tractate Bava Metzia "in great depth, in company of great Torah scholars, for over twenty years, and he produced wonderful novellae…". They also write that their father's novellae are based on both revealed and hidden realms of the Torah.
[2], 84, [5] leaves; [2], 72; 48 leaves; 4, 72 pages (lacking final 10 pages of Totzaot Chaim); 88 pages. 23 cm. Dry paper. Good-fair condition. Stains. Worming to first leaves. Tear to margin of title page and in several other places. First gathering and several other leaves detached. Old, damaged binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 119.
• Divrei Chaim Part I, on the Torah, by Rebbe Chaim Halberstam of Sanz. Munkacs, 1877. Bound with Part II, on the Festivals and Tractate Bava Metzia. Munkacs, 1877. First edition, published by "the sons of the author".
Bound with:
• Totzaot Chaim, glosses, corrections and sources for the book Divrei Chaim, by R. Akiva Lieber. Podgórze (Kraków), 1899.
• Divrei Yechezkel, on the Torah, festivals and responsa, by Rebbe Yechezkel Halberstam Rabbi of Shinova. Podgórze (Kraków), 1901. First edition.
In their foreword to Divrei Chaim on the Torah, the sons describe their father, the holy author, and the day of his passing: "…renowned and prominent… his exceptional holiness and righteousness, he devoted his entire life to Torah and worship of G-d with devotion and great fear of G-d, with absolute dedication, from his youth until… as we observed on the day of his passing… how he sanctified himself like heavenly beings with yichudim and great fervor, and he did not cease for one moment until his soul cleaved to the Heavenly light...". The sons conclude by relating of their father's will to publish these books: "…and we, sons of the holy author, the rebbe, expended great effort in publishing this work, since that is what he commanded us before his passing, to publish it as soon as possible, and may the merit of our father, the holy author protect us and the entire Jewish people, may the prestige of Torah and fear of G-d be raised, and may we and all our Jewish brethren receive an abundance of blessing and success".
In their foreword to Part II, the sons of the author add that their father the Divrei Chaim studied Tractate Bava Metzia "in great depth, in company of great Torah scholars, for over twenty years, and he produced wonderful novellae…". They also write that their father's novellae are based on both revealed and hidden realms of the Torah.
[2], 84, [5] leaves; [2], 72; 48 leaves; 4, 72 pages (lacking final 10 pages of Totzaot Chaim); 88 pages. 23 cm. Dry paper. Good-fair condition. Stains. Worming to first leaves. Tear to margin of title page and in several other places. First gathering and several other leaves detached. Old, damaged binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 119.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
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Be'er Avraham, commentary to Tikkunei HaZohar, by R. Avraham Abele of Drohobych, disciple of the Chozeh of Lublin. Lviv, 1868. First, rare edition. With approbations by Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik of Zidichov, R. Yitzchak Eizik of Komarno (author of Heichal HaBeracha) and R. Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam of Shinova.
Six interesting approbations from leading rabbis and rebbes are featured at the beginning of the book, extolling the virtues of this book and its author. The Heichal HaBeracha of Komarno wrote in his approbation: "It would be totally impossible to compose such a holy composition, if not for the Divine presence resting upon him… and it is obvious… And my request is that whoever holds this awesome book, should purchase it for himself, as a crown for his head, since these are the words of the living G-d. And the merit of the holy author will protect whoever buys this book, and will draw upon him blessings, success, longevity and only good".
The author, R. Avraham Abele, teacher of young children in Drohobych, was a concealed Tzaddik who taught little boys the Aleph Bet, and devoted his nights to the study of Kabbalah and rectification of souls. The Chozeh of Lublin discovered him at the end of his life, stating: "There is a Tzaddik here named R. Abele, who is able to bring salvations to those in need, and it became known through a wondrous episode…" (from the approbation of the Divrei Yechezkel, Rebbe of Shinova). Following the passing of R. Avraham Abele, his writings were brought before R. Tzvi Hirsh of Zidichov and the Yismach Moshe of Ujhel, "and they praised profusely the exalted holiness of the book… and they subsequently gave their approbations" (from the approbation of R. Yitzchak Eizik of Zidichov). Due to censorship restrictions, for several decades his writings could not be published, until the printing of this book (from the preface and approbations).
[4], 56 leaves. 24 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Light worming to first leaves. Tears to several leaves. Stamps. Original binding, partially detached, with leather spine (damaged).
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 71.
Regarding this book and its great scarcity, see the article of the bibliographer N. Ben Menachem, BeShaarei HaSefer, pp. 67-70.
Six interesting approbations from leading rabbis and rebbes are featured at the beginning of the book, extolling the virtues of this book and its author. The Heichal HaBeracha of Komarno wrote in his approbation: "It would be totally impossible to compose such a holy composition, if not for the Divine presence resting upon him… and it is obvious… And my request is that whoever holds this awesome book, should purchase it for himself, as a crown for his head, since these are the words of the living G-d. And the merit of the holy author will protect whoever buys this book, and will draw upon him blessings, success, longevity and only good".
The author, R. Avraham Abele, teacher of young children in Drohobych, was a concealed Tzaddik who taught little boys the Aleph Bet, and devoted his nights to the study of Kabbalah and rectification of souls. The Chozeh of Lublin discovered him at the end of his life, stating: "There is a Tzaddik here named R. Abele, who is able to bring salvations to those in need, and it became known through a wondrous episode…" (from the approbation of the Divrei Yechezkel, Rebbe of Shinova). Following the passing of R. Avraham Abele, his writings were brought before R. Tzvi Hirsh of Zidichov and the Yismach Moshe of Ujhel, "and they praised profusely the exalted holiness of the book… and they subsequently gave their approbations" (from the approbation of R. Yitzchak Eizik of Zidichov). Due to censorship restrictions, for several decades his writings could not be published, until the printing of this book (from the preface and approbations).
[4], 56 leaves. 24 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Light worming to first leaves. Tears to several leaves. Stamps. Original binding, partially detached, with leather spine (damaged).
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 71.
Regarding this book and its great scarcity, see the article of the bibliographer N. Ben Menachem, BeShaarei HaSefer, pp. 67-70.
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![Magen David, Chassidic essays on the Torah portions and the festivals, by Rebbe David Twersky of Tolna. Lviv, [1880]. Third e](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale67-public/146.jpg "Magen David - Lviv, 1880 - Edition Printed in the Author's Lifetime -")
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Magen David, Chassidic essays on the Torah portions and the festivals, by Rebbe David Twersky of Tolna. Lviv, [1880]. Third edition, printed in the author's lifetime.
The author's letter to the printer, with his blessings, is presented at the beginning of the book: "Any wise-hearted man who purchases this book and studies it, I hope it will serve as a cure for his body and soul, in spiritual and material matters, in this world and in the next, he will experience temporary and eternal success…".
Rebbe David Twersky of Tolna (1808-1882) began serving as rebbe after the passing of his father Rebbe Mordechai of Chernobyl, in 1837. He was one of the foremost leaders of Ukrainian Jewry, and a rebbe to thousands of Chassidim. His court in Vasilkov (Vasylkiv), and later in Tolna (Talne), was one of the largest and most prominent in his times. Reputedly, many were aroused to repentance from hearing his teachings, including numerous maskilim. R. David was the sixth of the eight illustrious sons of R. Mordechai of Chernobyl. The latter stated: "I and my sons descended to this world to repair the souls of the deceased and the living" (R. Yeshaya Wolf Tzikernik - disciple of R. Yitzchak of Skver, Sipurim Nifla'im UMaamarim Yekarim, Lviv 1908, p. 6). Rebbe Aharon of Belz would speak of the brothers' exceptional holiness in effusive terms, and stated in the name of his father Rebbe Yissachar Dov: "We cannot conceive the magnitude of their stature", and once, when R. Aharon of Belz mentioned them, his hands shook, and he exclaimed: "They were truly angels… entirely angels…" (Beito Naava Kodesh, Nisan, p. 123).
104, [1] leaves. Two title pages (without the publisher's foreword and the listing of his lineage, presumably included in some copies only). 23.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains and wear. Several tears to title pages (affecting several words of author's preface, on the verso of second title page), repaired with paper. Light worming. Stamps. Old binding, damaged.
The author's letter to the printer, with his blessings, is presented at the beginning of the book: "Any wise-hearted man who purchases this book and studies it, I hope it will serve as a cure for his body and soul, in spiritual and material matters, in this world and in the next, he will experience temporary and eternal success…".
Rebbe David Twersky of Tolna (1808-1882) began serving as rebbe after the passing of his father Rebbe Mordechai of Chernobyl, in 1837. He was one of the foremost leaders of Ukrainian Jewry, and a rebbe to thousands of Chassidim. His court in Vasilkov (Vasylkiv), and later in Tolna (Talne), was one of the largest and most prominent in his times. Reputedly, many were aroused to repentance from hearing his teachings, including numerous maskilim. R. David was the sixth of the eight illustrious sons of R. Mordechai of Chernobyl. The latter stated: "I and my sons descended to this world to repair the souls of the deceased and the living" (R. Yeshaya Wolf Tzikernik - disciple of R. Yitzchak of Skver, Sipurim Nifla'im UMaamarim Yekarim, Lviv 1908, p. 6). Rebbe Aharon of Belz would speak of the brothers' exceptional holiness in effusive terms, and stated in the name of his father Rebbe Yissachar Dov: "We cannot conceive the magnitude of their stature", and once, when R. Aharon of Belz mentioned them, his hands shook, and he exclaimed: "They were truly angels… entirely angels…" (Beito Naava Kodesh, Nisan, p. 123).
104, [1] leaves. Two title pages (without the publisher's foreword and the listing of his lineage, presumably included in some copies only). 23.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains and wear. Several tears to title pages (affecting several words of author's preface, on the verso of second title page), repaired with paper. Light worming. Stamps. Old binding, damaged.
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Auction 67 - Judaica - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
September 18, 2019
Opening: $300
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Magen Avraham, Chassidic essays on the Torah portions and the festivals, by Rebbe Avraham Twersky the Maggid of Trisk (Turiisk). Warsaw, 1903.
In his preface, the author writes about his book: "This book Magen Avraham… will be a protection to whoever studies it… I hereby bless whoever takes this book, that many kindnesses will reach him, and the G-d of Avraham will come to your assistance to fulfill all your wishes, sons and grandsons planted around your tables…". He writes further: "With the help of G-d… my words made a great impact on the hearts of those who truly listened, and brought many to repentance…".
The Sfat Emet reputedly stated that it is incumbent upon every young Torah scholar to pawn his Rabbenu Tam Tefillin in order to purchase the books Magen Avraham and HaMaggid MiTrisk (foreword to the Jerusalem 2006 edition; see also: Milin Kadishin, Jerusalem 2008, p. 487).
47; 36; 2-114 leaves. Two title pages. 24 cm. Good condition. Stains. New binding.
Stereotype of the first edition printed in the author's lifetime, in 1887. The blessing for the living, "Shlita", originally appended to the author's name, was even left on the second title page, although the present edition was printed after the author's demise.
In his preface, the author writes about his book: "This book Magen Avraham… will be a protection to whoever studies it… I hereby bless whoever takes this book, that many kindnesses will reach him, and the G-d of Avraham will come to your assistance to fulfill all your wishes, sons and grandsons planted around your tables…". He writes further: "With the help of G-d… my words made a great impact on the hearts of those who truly listened, and brought many to repentance…".
The Sfat Emet reputedly stated that it is incumbent upon every young Torah scholar to pawn his Rabbenu Tam Tefillin in order to purchase the books Magen Avraham and HaMaggid MiTrisk (foreword to the Jerusalem 2006 edition; see also: Milin Kadishin, Jerusalem 2008, p. 487).
47; 36; 2-114 leaves. Two title pages. 24 cm. Good condition. Stains. New binding.
Stereotype of the first edition printed in the author's lifetime, in 1887. The blessing for the living, "Shlita", originally appended to the author's name, was even left on the second title page, although the present edition was printed after the author's demise.
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Chassidic Books
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