Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Halacha Pesuka, novellae on Shulchan Aruch Yoreh Deah, with the text of the Shulchan Aruch, by R. Todros son of R. Tzvi Hirsh of Rovne (Rivne). Turka, [1765].
This book bears the only known approbation by R. Dov Ber, the Maggid of Mezeritch, who writes that although he usually refrains from giving approbations, he considers this book fitting to be printed.
This work is a summary of the laws of Yoreh Deah, with a short commentary containing the sources of the rulings.
The author, R. Todros of Rovne, was a follower of the Maggid of Mezeritch at the time the latter resided in Rovne.
Incomplete copy. [1], 1-22, 11-14, 23-56 leaves. Lacking leaves 2-10 of first sequence. leaves 11-14 of first sequence bound out of order, between leaves 22-23 of second sequence. 33.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Open tears to title page, affecting text and border, repaired with paper and photocopy replacement. Marginal open tears to many other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper (with photocopy and handwritten replacements in some places). Some worming, affecting text, repaired with paper. Margins trimmed with damage to text and headings in several places. Stamp. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 173.
This book bears the only known approbation by R. Dov Ber, the Maggid of Mezeritch, who writes that although he usually refrains from giving approbations, he considers this book fitting to be printed.
This work is a summary of the laws of Yoreh Deah, with a short commentary containing the sources of the rulings.
The author, R. Todros of Rovne, was a follower of the Maggid of Mezeritch at the time the latter resided in Rovne.
Incomplete copy. [1], 1-22, 11-14, 23-56 leaves. Lacking leaves 2-10 of first sequence. leaves 11-14 of first sequence bound out of order, between leaves 22-23 of second sequence. 33.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Open tears to title page, affecting text and border, repaired with paper and photocopy replacement. Marginal open tears to many other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper (with photocopy and handwritten replacements in some places). Some worming, affecting text, repaired with paper. Margins trimmed with damage to text and headings in several places. Stamp. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 173.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Ben Porat Yosef, homiletics on Bereshit, with responsa at the end, by R. Yaakov Yosef HaKohen Katz Rabbi of Polonne. Korets: Tzvi Hirsh son of Aryeh Leib [Margolies] and his son-in-law Shmuel son of Yissachar Ber Segal, [1781]. First edition.
This is the author's second book, published approximately one year after his first book Toldot Yaakov Yosef. In this book, like in the previous one, the author quotes extensively teachings from his prime teacher, R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov.
The famous letter which the Baal Shem Tov sent to his brother-in-law R. Gershon of Kitov in Jerusalem is printed here for the first time, at the end of the book. In the letter, the Baal Shem Tov narrates of the "ascent of the soul" which he performed on Rosh Hashana of 1746 and 1749, and relates: "And I asked Mashiach, when will the Master come, and he responded… when your teachings will be publicized and revealed to the world, and your wellsprings will spread outwards".
[1], 88, 91-94, 89-90, 95-100 leaves. Leaves 89-90 bound out of sequence, between leaves 94-95. 29.5 cm. Poor condition. Stains. Severe worming, with extensive damage to text throughout book, repaired with paper. Many open tears, with significant damage to text, repaired with paper. Stamps. New binding, detached.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 90.
This is the author's second book, published approximately one year after his first book Toldot Yaakov Yosef. In this book, like in the previous one, the author quotes extensively teachings from his prime teacher, R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov.
The famous letter which the Baal Shem Tov sent to his brother-in-law R. Gershon of Kitov in Jerusalem is printed here for the first time, at the end of the book. In the letter, the Baal Shem Tov narrates of the "ascent of the soul" which he performed on Rosh Hashana of 1746 and 1749, and relates: "And I asked Mashiach, when will the Master come, and he responded… when your teachings will be publicized and revealed to the world, and your wellsprings will spread outwards".
[1], 88, 91-94, 89-90, 95-100 leaves. Leaves 89-90 bound out of sequence, between leaves 94-95. 29.5 cm. Poor condition. Stains. Severe worming, with extensive damage to text throughout book, repaired with paper. Many open tears, with significant damage to text, repaired with paper. Stamps. New binding, detached.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 90.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
Opening: $5,000
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Tzofnat Pane'ach, homiletics 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.
Handwritten ownership inscription and stamp on the title page.
[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.
Handwritten ownership inscription and stamp on the title page.
[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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![Toldot Yaakov Yosef, Chassidic work on the Torah, by R. Yaakov Yosef HaKohen of Polonne. Medzhybizh, [1817]. Second edition.](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale81a-public/40.jpg "Toldot Yaakov Yosef - Medzhybizh, 1817 - Second Edition")
Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Toldot Yaakov Yosef, Chassidic work on the Torah, by R. Yaakov Yosef HaKohen of Polonne. Medzhybizh, [1817]. Second edition.
Toldot Yaakov Yosef was the first Chassidic book brought to print. It was authored by R. Yaakov Yosef HaKohen of Polonne (d. 1781), a leading and close disciple of the Baal Shem Tov and the first to disseminate Chassidut. This book is the most important and authentic source of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, and was especially cherished by Chassidic leaders.
[1], 3, 5-89; 59 leaves. 33.5 cm. Bluish paper. Overall good condition. Stains (many stains on title page). Minor worming. Paper reinforcements to inner margin of final leaf, slightly affecting text. Inscriptions. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 606.
Toldot Yaakov Yosef was the first Chassidic book brought to print. It was authored by R. Yaakov Yosef HaKohen of Polonne (d. 1781), a leading and close disciple of the Baal Shem Tov and the first to disseminate Chassidut. This book is the most important and authentic source of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, and was especially cherished by Chassidic leaders.
[1], 3, 5-89; 59 leaves. 33.5 cm. Bluish paper. Overall good condition. Stains (many stains on title page). Minor worming. Paper reinforcements to inner margin of final leaf, slightly affecting text. Inscriptions. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 606.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
Opening: $300
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Ketonet Pasim, homiletics on the Books of Vayikra and Bamidbar, by R. Yaakov Yosef HaKohen Katz, rabbi of Polonne, disciple of the Baal Shem Tov and author of Toldot Yaakov Yosef. Lviv, 1866. First edition.
[1], 49 leaves. 24 cm. Good condition. Stains. Small open tear to one leaf, slightly affecting text. Marginal worming to several leaves. Stamp and handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 245.
[1], 49 leaves. 24 cm. Good condition. Stains. Small open tear to one leaf, slightly affecting text. Marginal worming to several leaves. Stamp and handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 245.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
Opening: $1,200
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Or Olam - Responsa Meir Netivim, two parts, halachic responsa, and pilpul on the weekly Torah portions, by R. Meir Margolies Rabbi of the Lviv region and Ostroh. Polonne, [1791-1792]. First edition.
Many approbations by prominent Chassidic leaders, including R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, R. Zusha of Anipoli and others.
The author, R. Meir Margolies (ca. 1707?-1790), a prominent rabbi in his times, was a leading disciple of the Baal Shem Tov, and one of the first to cleave to him, even before the Baal Shem Tov became famous. R. Meir is considered a "colleague-disciple" of the Baal Shem Tov and mentions him in several places as "my teacher" and "my friend".
Various stamps and signatures. Early stamps: "Aharon Yosef Yuspa son of R. Moshe of Polonne". The heading of leaf 60 bears an early signature: "Yosef Aharon Kahana". A handwritten correction and a gloss appear on p. 21b.
[2], 3-30, 33-97 leaves; [1], 3-56 leaves (misfoliation). 33 cm. Condition varies, most leaves in good to good-fair condition. Stains, wear and tears (with old paper repairs). Damage to first two leaves (repaired). Significant stains and worming to several leaves. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 313.
Many approbations by prominent Chassidic leaders, including R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, R. Zusha of Anipoli and others.
The author, R. Meir Margolies (ca. 1707?-1790), a prominent rabbi in his times, was a leading disciple of the Baal Shem Tov, and one of the first to cleave to him, even before the Baal Shem Tov became famous. R. Meir is considered a "colleague-disciple" of the Baal Shem Tov and mentions him in several places as "my teacher" and "my friend".
Various stamps and signatures. Early stamps: "Aharon Yosef Yuspa son of R. Moshe of Polonne". The heading of leaf 60 bears an early signature: "Yosef Aharon Kahana". A handwritten correction and a gloss appear on p. 21b.
[2], 3-30, 33-97 leaves; [1], 3-56 leaves (misfoliation). 33 cm. Condition varies, most leaves in good to good-fair condition. Stains, wear and tears (with old paper repairs). Damage to first two leaves (repaired). Significant stains and worming to several leaves. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 313.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
Opening: $800
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Or Olam - Fourth Light - HaDerech HaTov VehaYashar (the good and straight path), a long poem composed of good practices and laws, briefly summarizing the four parts of the Shulchan Aruch and the 613 commandments, by R. Meir Margolies, rabbi of the Lviv region and Ostroh, author of Meir Netivim. Polonne, [1795]. First edition.
The Meir Netivim was a prolific author in both revealed and esoteric realms of the Torah, in halachah and in homily. After his passing, his writings were arranged and published by his sons. The series of books was entitled Or Olam: Responsa Meir Netivim - Or Olam, two parts - First Light and Second Light (Polonne, 1791-1792); Sod Yachin UBoaz - Or Olam, Third Light, his will with many profound kabbalistic and Chassidic matters (Ostroh, 1794); and this book, HaDerech HaTov VehaYashar, the Fourth Light of the Or Olam series.
This composition was written by the author in response to a request by his son R. Shaul Margolies that he briefly summarizes the four parts of the Shulchan Aruch. R. Meir wrote a long acrostic poem, in alphabetical order, forming also his name Meir and the name of his son Shaul. The poem contains all the laws and practices of the four parts of the Shulchan Aruch and the 613 commandments.
The author, R. Meir Margolies (ca. 1707?-1790), a prominent rabbi in his times, was a leading disciple of the Baal Shem Tov, and one of the first to cleave to him, even before the Baal Shem Tov became famous. R. Meir is considered a "colleague-disciple" of the Baal Shem Tov and mentions him in several places as "my teacher" and "my friend".
26, 29-40 leaves. Lacking 2 leaves: 27-28. 19.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains. Marginal wear and minor tears to several leaves. Open tears affecting text to leaves 23-24, 33. Worming affecting text to leaves 29-34. Leaves trimmed with damage to headings and text in several places. Handwritten inscriptions. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 169.
The Meir Netivim was a prolific author in both revealed and esoteric realms of the Torah, in halachah and in homily. After his passing, his writings were arranged and published by his sons. The series of books was entitled Or Olam: Responsa Meir Netivim - Or Olam, two parts - First Light and Second Light (Polonne, 1791-1792); Sod Yachin UBoaz - Or Olam, Third Light, his will with many profound kabbalistic and Chassidic matters (Ostroh, 1794); and this book, HaDerech HaTov VehaYashar, the Fourth Light of the Or Olam series.
This composition was written by the author in response to a request by his son R. Shaul Margolies that he briefly summarizes the four parts of the Shulchan Aruch. R. Meir wrote a long acrostic poem, in alphabetical order, forming also his name Meir and the name of his son Shaul. The poem contains all the laws and practices of the four parts of the Shulchan Aruch and the 613 commandments.
The author, R. Meir Margolies (ca. 1707?-1790), a prominent rabbi in his times, was a leading disciple of the Baal Shem Tov, and one of the first to cleave to him, even before the Baal Shem Tov became famous. R. Meir is considered a "colleague-disciple" of the Baal Shem Tov and mentions him in several places as "my teacher" and "my friend".
26, 29-40 leaves. Lacking 2 leaves: 27-28. 19.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains. Marginal wear and minor tears to several leaves. Open tears affecting text to leaves 23-24, 33. Worming affecting text to leaves 29-34. Leaves trimmed with damage to headings and text in several places. Handwritten inscriptions. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 169.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Or HaGanuz LaTzaddikim, selections on the Torah from teachings of Chassidic leaders, mostly from teachings of the Baal HaTanya, by R. Aharon HaKohen of Apta. Zhovkva, 1800. First edition, with the approbation of the Maggid of Kozhnitz.
The book was published about four years after the printing of the Tanya by Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi. The author, a prominent Chassidic Tzaddik, bases many of the thoughts in his book on the teachings of the Tanya, which he quotes and elaborates upon in almost every Torah portion.
Ownership inscription of R. Yisrael Ze'ev of Zaloshin (disciple of R. Mordechai Banet, author of Shoshanei Leket on Tehillim) on the final page, dated 1832. Stamps.
[64] leaves. Approx. 18 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Large open tears to title page and final leaf, affecting text, repaired with paper (entire border replaced in photocopy). Minor tears to many other leaves, affecting text in several places, repaired with paper. Worming, affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Handwritten markings and inscriptions in body of text. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 22.
The book was published about four years after the printing of the Tanya by Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi. The author, a prominent Chassidic Tzaddik, bases many of the thoughts in his book on the teachings of the Tanya, which he quotes and elaborates upon in almost every Torah portion.
Ownership inscription of R. Yisrael Ze'ev of Zaloshin (disciple of R. Mordechai Banet, author of Shoshanei Leket on Tehillim) on the final page, dated 1832. Stamps.
[64] leaves. Approx. 18 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Large open tears to title page and final leaf, affecting text, repaired with paper (entire border replaced in photocopy). Minor tears to many other leaves, affecting text in several places, repaired with paper. Worming, affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Handwritten markings and inscriptions in body of text. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 22.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Raza Meheimna, kabbalistic secrets on the Hebrew alphabet, by the kabbalist R. Yitzchak Eizek HaLevi of Zuravitz (Żurawica). Lviv, [1791]. First edition
The author, R. Yitzchak Eizik HaLevi (1735-1783), was a shochet and holy kabbalist. In the approbations, he is described as a hidden Tzaddik. The Yismach Moshe personally oversaw the publication of his book Raza Meheimna.
[4], 73 leaves. 22.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Mold stains to final leaf. Tears to title page (slightly affecting text) and to margins of many other leaves, repaired. Marginal wear and creases. Worming. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 535.
The author, R. Yitzchak Eizik HaLevi (1735-1783), was a shochet and holy kabbalist. In the approbations, he is described as a hidden Tzaddik. The Yismach Moshe personally oversaw the publication of his book Raza Meheimna.
[4], 73 leaves. 22.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Mold stains to final leaf. Tears to title page (slightly affecting text) and to margins of many other leaves, repaired. Marginal wear and creases. Worming. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 535.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Yesod Yitzchak, Part I - Kabbalistic and Chassidic teachings on Brit Milah; Part II - Halichot Olam, practices and segulot, by R. Yitzchak Eizik HaLevi of Zuravitz (Żurawica; author of Raza Meheimna and Otiot D'Rabbi Yitzchak). Zhovkva, [1810]. First edition.
Order of study for the night preceding a Brit Milah (Vach Nacht) on leaves 41-47 (compiled from the Zohar).
The author, R. Yitzchak Eizik HaLevi (1735-1783), was a shochet and holy kabbalist. In the approbations, he is described as a hidden Tzaddik. The Yismach Moshe personally oversaw the publication of his book Raza Meheimna.
[4], 5-69 leaves. Lacking one of first leaves with publisher's foreword. 22 cm. Good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Small marginal open tears to several leaves. Handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 233.
Order of study for the night preceding a Brit Milah (Vach Nacht) on leaves 41-47 (compiled from the Zohar).
The author, R. Yitzchak Eizik HaLevi (1735-1783), was a shochet and holy kabbalist. In the approbations, he is described as a hidden Tzaddik. The Yismach Moshe personally oversaw the publication of his book Raza Meheimna.
[4], 5-69 leaves. Lacking one of first leaves with publisher's foreword. 22 cm. Good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Small marginal open tears to several leaves. Handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 233.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
Opening: $500
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Or HaMeir, Chassidic and kabbalistic homiletics and allusions on the Torah, the Megillot and festivals, by Rebbe Ze'ev Wolf of Zhitomir. [Korets, 1798]. First edition.
Or HaMeir is one of the first Chassidic books, and contains teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. The author, R. Ze'ev Wolf of Zhitomir was one of the foremost disciples of the Maggid of Mezeritch, and a close disciple of R. Yaakov Yosef of Polonne, R. Nachum of Chernobyl, R. Levi Yitzchak of Berdichev and R. Pinchas of Korets.
Incomplete copy. 58, 61-80, [2]; 40, 42-52, 55-98, 101-120; 64 leaves. Lacking 3 leaves: [2] leaves at beginning (title page and leaf of approbations), and leaf 41 of second sequence. Approx. 20 cm. Greenish paper. Fair condition. Many stains, including dark stains. Wear. Worming and tears, affecting text (significant worming to first and final leaves), repaired in part with paper. Leaves trimmed with damage to headings. Handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 24.
Or HaMeir is one of the first Chassidic books, and contains teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. The author, R. Ze'ev Wolf of Zhitomir was one of the foremost disciples of the Maggid of Mezeritch, and a close disciple of R. Yaakov Yosef of Polonne, R. Nachum of Chernobyl, R. Levi Yitzchak of Berdichev and R. Pinchas of Korets.
Incomplete copy. 58, 61-80, [2]; 40, 42-52, 55-98, 101-120; 64 leaves. Lacking 3 leaves: [2] leaves at beginning (title page and leaf of approbations), and leaf 41 of second sequence. Approx. 20 cm. Greenish paper. Fair condition. Many stains, including dark stains. Wear. Worming and tears, affecting text (significant worming to first and final leaves), repaired in part with paper. Leaves trimmed with damage to headings. Handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 24.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Or HaMeir, homiletics and allusions on the Torah, the Megillot and Festivals, according to Chassidic and Kabbalistic teachings, by Rebbe Ze'ev Wolf of Zhitomir. Korets, [after 1798]. Second edition.
Or HaMeir is one of the first Chassidic books, and contains teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. The author, R. Ze'ev Wolf of Zhitomir was one of the foremost disciples of the Maggid of Mezeritch, and a close disciple of R. Yaakov Yosef of Polonne, R. Nachum of Chernobyl, R. Levi Yitzchak of Berdichev and R. Pinchas of Korets.
Ownership inscriptions on the title page and other leaves.
[2], 260 leaves. 20.5 cm. Greenish paper. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Open tear to title page, affecting title and text on verso, with loss, repaired with paper (with photocopy and handwritten replacement of missing text). Open tear to another leaf, affecting leaf numeral. Worming, affecting text in several places. Many handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding. Bookplate.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 25.
Or HaMeir is one of the first Chassidic books, and contains teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. The author, R. Ze'ev Wolf of Zhitomir was one of the foremost disciples of the Maggid of Mezeritch, and a close disciple of R. Yaakov Yosef of Polonne, R. Nachum of Chernobyl, R. Levi Yitzchak of Berdichev and R. Pinchas of Korets.
Ownership inscriptions on the title page and other leaves.
[2], 260 leaves. 20.5 cm. Greenish paper. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Open tear to title page, affecting title and text on verso, with loss, repaired with paper (with photocopy and handwritten replacement of missing text). Open tear to another leaf, affecting leaf numeral. Worming, affecting text in several places. Many handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding. Bookplate.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 25.
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