Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
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Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $1,000
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Sold for: $5,000
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Mesilat Yesharim, ethics and fear of G-d, with Derech Etz Chaim, by R. Moshe Chaim Luzzatto – the Ramchal. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa, R. Aryeh Leib and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the rabbi of Slavita, 1847.
107 pages. 15 cm. Good condition. Stains, including dark stains. Minor marginal tear to title page. Signature on title page. New leather binding.
The Views of Chassidic Leaders on the Importance of Mesilat Yesharim
Many Chassidic leaders commented on the great stature of the book and the holiness of its kabbalistic author. The Maggid of Kozhnitz attested that all the heights he reached in his youth stemmed from the book Mesilat Yesharim. The Ohev Yisrael of Apta and R. Menachem Mendel of Rimanov diligently studied Mesilat Yesharim in great depth, and describe it in awesome and wondrous terms. The rebbe of Apta would say that his spiritual direction and education were drawn first and foremost from the book Mesilat Yesharim (Sefer HaChassidut, p. 146). Rebbe Nachman of Breslov would instruct new disciples to study Mesilat Yesharim (Sichot VeSipurim, p. 167), and the Bnei Yissaschar wrote in his additions to the book Sur MeRa V'Aseh Tov: "Study the book Mesilat Yesharim and it will quench your thirst… its words are sweeter than honey". R. Yaakov Yosef of Ostroh writes in his approbation to the book Klach Pitchei Chochma by the Ramchal (Korets 1785): "The book Mesilat Yesharim, the paths of G-d which tzaddikim tread, written by the great rabbi… R. Moshe Chaim Luzzatto, this is the Torah which Moshe presented to Israel, to understand the words of the wise and their riddles, through its straightforward teachings...". In his foreword to the above-mentioned book, the publisher quotes the Maggid of Mezeritch who stated that "[The Ramchal's] generation was not worthy of appreciating his righteousness and abstention".
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Books Printed in Slavita and Zhitomir
Catalogue
Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $4,000
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
Sold for: $17,500
Including buyer's premium
Tehillim, Diglei Hodaya VehaMitzvah, with Seder Maamadot by the rabbi of Apta. Zhitomir: R. Aryeh Leib Shapira grandson of the rabbi of Slavita, 1866.
Lacking the first title page (of two) of Book of Tehillim. Additional title page for Seder Maamadot.
Many approbations by rabbis of Eretz Israel and long list of pre-subscribers from Eretz Israel and Russia at the beginning of the book (featuring the names of many prominent rabbis and rebbes).
At the beginning of Seder Maamadot, additional list of pre-subscribers (including the four sons of Rebbe Yitzchak of Skver and others). Before the book of Tehillim: "Order of handwashing to replace immersing in a mikveh", compiled by the maggid R. Mordechai of Chernobyl, from the Baal Shem Tov.
Stamps of Rebbe Meshulam Zusia Golditch (d. 1940, descendant of the Baal Shem Tov, first rebbe in Manchester, England), and signature of his son on title page: "Yitzchak Golditch" (dayan in the Beit Din of the Minchat Yitzchak in Manchester).
3-440, 221-225, [11]; [4], 112, 57-64, 61-64, 16, 21-28 pages. Lacking first title page of Tehillim, and lacking pp. 17-20 of Tikkunei Shabbat at end of Seder Maamadot. 19.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Minor wear. Tears, including open tears affecting text in several places (large open tears to final leaf), repaired with paper. Leaves trimmed with damage to headings in several places. Handwritten inscriptions in several places (over text). New leather binding.
Lacking the first title page (of two) of Book of Tehillim. Additional title page for Seder Maamadot.
Many approbations by rabbis of Eretz Israel and long list of pre-subscribers from Eretz Israel and Russia at the beginning of the book (featuring the names of many prominent rabbis and rebbes).
At the beginning of Seder Maamadot, additional list of pre-subscribers (including the four sons of Rebbe Yitzchak of Skver and others). Before the book of Tehillim: "Order of handwashing to replace immersing in a mikveh", compiled by the maggid R. Mordechai of Chernobyl, from the Baal Shem Tov.
Stamps of Rebbe Meshulam Zusia Golditch (d. 1940, descendant of the Baal Shem Tov, first rebbe in Manchester, England), and signature of his son on title page: "Yitzchak Golditch" (dayan in the Beit Din of the Minchat Yitzchak in Manchester).
3-440, 221-225, [11]; [4], 112, 57-64, 61-64, 16, 21-28 pages. Lacking first title page of Tehillim, and lacking pp. 17-20 of Tikkunei Shabbat at end of Seder Maamadot. 19.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Minor wear. Tears, including open tears affecting text in several places (large open tears to final leaf), repaired with paper. Leaves trimmed with damage to headings in several places. Handwritten inscriptions in several places (over text). New leather binding.
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Books Printed in Slavita and Zhitomir
Catalogue
Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $1,000
Estimate: $5,000 - $10,000
Sold for: $6,250
Including buyer's premium
Chiddushei Halachot, on Tractates Bava Metzia, Sanhedrin, Makkot and Shevuot, by R. Yoel son of R. Moshe Gad, descendant of the Taz and the Bach. Altona: Aaron Katz, 1736. Only edition. Engraved title page (woodcut), depicting Moses and Aaron, King David and Jacob's ladder.
Copy of R. Yaakov Yechiel of Korets, son of R. Moshe Chaim Efraim of Sudilkov, author of Degel Machaneh Efraim. His signature (slightly deleted) appears at the foot of the title page: "Yaakov Yechiel son of R. Moshe Chaim --- Moshe Chaim Efraim".
The book may have first been owned by the Degel Machaneh Efraim himself, and later passed down to his son. In the center of the title page, there is an inscription, mostly deleted: "Belongs to R. Mosh----- of Mezhibuzh"; it may in fact read: "Belongs to R. Mosh[e Chaim Efraim…] of Mezhibuzh".
Other ownership inscriptions (deleted). Ownership inscription on p. 2a: "Belongs to R. Yaakov Hertz…". Handwritten censorship inscription on p. 7b (trimmed).
R. Yaakov Yechiel Ashkenazi of Korets (d. ca. 1820), son of R. Moshe Chaim Efraim Ashkenazi Rabbi of Sudilkov (Sudylkiv; 1742-1800) – a Chassidic leader, grandson of the Baal Shem Tov, son of R. Yechiel Ashkenazi (Deutsch) and Odel, the pious daughter of the Baal Shem Tov. R. Moshe Chaim Efraim served as rabbi of Sudilkov, and later moved to the town of his forefathers Mezhibuzh, where he served as rebbe and was renowned as a tremendous Tzadik. R. Yaakov Yechiel was the son-in-law of R. Lipa of Chmelnik disciple of the Baal Shem Tov. In their approbations to Degel Machaneh Efraim, the Chozeh of Lublin and the rebbe of Apta praise R. Yaakov Yechiel profusely for his outstanding Torah knowledge and fear of G-d.
R. Yaakov Yechiel published his father's book – Degel Machaneh Efraim (Korets, 1810), which is filled with fundamental teachings of Chassidut and worship of G-d. Chassidic leaders greatly praised the holiness of this book in their approbations, and its ability to inspire whoever studies it with fear of G-d, as R. Levi Yitzchak wrote in his approbation to the book: "I am convinced that this book will enthuse the hearts of our Jewish brethren to worship G-d". All the approbations emphasize the author's lineage as grandson of the Baal Shem Tov, and that the book is replete with the latter's essential teachings.
The daughter of R. Yaakov Yechiel was the wife of R. Aryeh Yehuda Leibush of Stropkov (descendant of R. Lieber HaGadol of Berditchev), father of Rebbe Moshe Chaim Efraim Liebersohn of Stropkov. Many rebbes and rabbis trace their lineage to R. Yaakov Yechiel – great-grandson of the Baal Shem Tov.
[2], 2-127 leaves. 31.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including large dampstains. Wear. Open tears to title page, affecting text and border, repaired with paper and photocopy replacement. Marginal open tears to many leaves, affecting text in several places, repaired in part with paper. Worming, slightly affecting text. Stamps. New binding.
Copy of R. Yaakov Yechiel of Korets, son of R. Moshe Chaim Efraim of Sudilkov, author of Degel Machaneh Efraim. His signature (slightly deleted) appears at the foot of the title page: "Yaakov Yechiel son of R. Moshe Chaim --- Moshe Chaim Efraim".
The book may have first been owned by the Degel Machaneh Efraim himself, and later passed down to his son. In the center of the title page, there is an inscription, mostly deleted: "Belongs to R. Mosh----- of Mezhibuzh"; it may in fact read: "Belongs to R. Mosh[e Chaim Efraim…] of Mezhibuzh".
Other ownership inscriptions (deleted). Ownership inscription on p. 2a: "Belongs to R. Yaakov Hertz…". Handwritten censorship inscription on p. 7b (trimmed).
R. Yaakov Yechiel Ashkenazi of Korets (d. ca. 1820), son of R. Moshe Chaim Efraim Ashkenazi Rabbi of Sudilkov (Sudylkiv; 1742-1800) – a Chassidic leader, grandson of the Baal Shem Tov, son of R. Yechiel Ashkenazi (Deutsch) and Odel, the pious daughter of the Baal Shem Tov. R. Moshe Chaim Efraim served as rabbi of Sudilkov, and later moved to the town of his forefathers Mezhibuzh, where he served as rebbe and was renowned as a tremendous Tzadik. R. Yaakov Yechiel was the son-in-law of R. Lipa of Chmelnik disciple of the Baal Shem Tov. In their approbations to Degel Machaneh Efraim, the Chozeh of Lublin and the rebbe of Apta praise R. Yaakov Yechiel profusely for his outstanding Torah knowledge and fear of G-d.
R. Yaakov Yechiel published his father's book – Degel Machaneh Efraim (Korets, 1810), which is filled with fundamental teachings of Chassidut and worship of G-d. Chassidic leaders greatly praised the holiness of this book in their approbations, and its ability to inspire whoever studies it with fear of G-d, as R. Levi Yitzchak wrote in his approbation to the book: "I am convinced that this book will enthuse the hearts of our Jewish brethren to worship G-d". All the approbations emphasize the author's lineage as grandson of the Baal Shem Tov, and that the book is replete with the latter's essential teachings.
The daughter of R. Yaakov Yechiel was the wife of R. Aryeh Yehuda Leibush of Stropkov (descendant of R. Lieber HaGadol of Berditchev), father of Rebbe Moshe Chaim Efraim Liebersohn of Stropkov. Many rebbes and rabbis trace their lineage to R. Yaakov Yechiel – great-grandson of the Baal Shem Tov.
[2], 2-127 leaves. 31.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including large dampstains. Wear. Open tears to title page, affecting text and border, repaired with paper and photocopy replacement. Marginal open tears to many leaves, affecting text in several places, repaired in part with paper. Worming, slightly affecting text. Stamps. New binding.
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Chassidut – Signatures and Glosses
Catalogue
Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $2,000
Estimate: $5,000 - $10,000
Sold for: $17,500
Including buyer's premium
Chayei Adam and Nishmat Adam, by R. Avraham Danzig. Józefów: David Saadia Yeshaya Wax, 1829. Two parts in one volume. Separate title page for part II.
Copy of Rebbe Menashe Rubin of Ropshitz. Many signatures and ownership inscriptions on the endpapers and title pages, including: "This book belongs to the great rabbi… R. Menashe Rubin, rabbi of Ropshitz and the region…".
On the back endpaper, draft of a Passover kashrut certificate for flour, dated Nissan 1833, handwritten and signed by the rebbe.
Rebbe Menashe Rubin of Ropshitz (ca. 1795-1860), author of Lechem Shemeina, was the son and successor of Rebbe Asher Yeshaya Rubin of Ropshitz (1775-1845, author of Or Yesha, son-in-law and successor of Rebbe Naftali of Ropshitz) and a disciple of R. Tzvi Hirsh of Rimanov. His disciples include several elders of the generation who still merited learning under his grandfather R. Naftali of Ropshitz. He was renowned for his love for his fellow Jew and his desire to shower them with an abundance of livelihood and blessing. In the foreword to his book Lechem Shemeina (Lviv, 1876), printed after his demise, the publisher R. Eliezer Eisen, posek in Istrik (Ustrzyki Dolne) wrote: "and I called it (the book) so since I remember that in his lifetime, he always wished to draw upon the Jewish people an abundance of blessing and success". He had six daughters who produced dynasties of rebbes, chassidim and great people. His sons-in-law include: his successor Rebbe Yitzchak Mariles of Ropshitz; Rebbe Chananya Yom Tov Lipa Teitelbaum of Sighet, the Kedushat Yom Tov (a son-in-law in his first marriage); and Rebbe Yissachar Berish Eichenstein of Veretzky, author of Malbush LeShabbat VeYom Tov.
[3], 72; 51 leaves. 36 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Minor wear. Worming. Closed and open tears to several leaves, not affecting text. Inscriptions, signatures and stamps. Old binding, damaged and partially detached.
Copy of Rebbe Menashe Rubin of Ropshitz. Many signatures and ownership inscriptions on the endpapers and title pages, including: "This book belongs to the great rabbi… R. Menashe Rubin, rabbi of Ropshitz and the region…".
On the back endpaper, draft of a Passover kashrut certificate for flour, dated Nissan 1833, handwritten and signed by the rebbe.
Rebbe Menashe Rubin of Ropshitz (ca. 1795-1860), author of Lechem Shemeina, was the son and successor of Rebbe Asher Yeshaya Rubin of Ropshitz (1775-1845, author of Or Yesha, son-in-law and successor of Rebbe Naftali of Ropshitz) and a disciple of R. Tzvi Hirsh of Rimanov. His disciples include several elders of the generation who still merited learning under his grandfather R. Naftali of Ropshitz. He was renowned for his love for his fellow Jew and his desire to shower them with an abundance of livelihood and blessing. In the foreword to his book Lechem Shemeina (Lviv, 1876), printed after his demise, the publisher R. Eliezer Eisen, posek in Istrik (Ustrzyki Dolne) wrote: "and I called it (the book) so since I remember that in his lifetime, he always wished to draw upon the Jewish people an abundance of blessing and success". He had six daughters who produced dynasties of rebbes, chassidim and great people. His sons-in-law include: his successor Rebbe Yitzchak Mariles of Ropshitz; Rebbe Chananya Yom Tov Lipa Teitelbaum of Sighet, the Kedushat Yom Tov (a son-in-law in his first marriage); and Rebbe Yissachar Berish Eichenstein of Veretzky, author of Malbush LeShabbat VeYom Tov.
[3], 72; 51 leaves. 36 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Minor wear. Worming. Closed and open tears to several leaves, not affecting text. Inscriptions, signatures and stamps. Old binding, damaged and partially detached.
Category
Chassidut – Signatures and Glosses
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Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $1,000
Estimate: $3,000 - $6,000
Sold for: $4,000
Including buyer's premium
Divrei Emet on the Torah, Chassidic homilies by the Chozeh of Lublin, R. Yaakov Yitzchak HaLevi Horowitz of Lantzut and Lublin. Sudilkov: Isaac son of Eliezer, 1835. Third edition.
Copy of Rebbe Avraham of Tshechnov, with his stamp on the title page: " Avraham son of the late R. Refael".
Rebbe Avraham Landau Rabbi of Tshechnov (Ciechanów; 1784-1875), a prominent Torah leader of Poland in his times. Disciple of R. Aryeh Leib Zuenz. An outstanding Torah scholar and exceptionally holy man. He is renowned for his battle against the "Clothing Decree" (changes in Chassidic dress sought by the government), together with the Chiddushei HaRim, and headed a group of rabbis who ruled that this change of dress is prohibited by Jewish law even if one has to forfeit one's life to adhere to this law. He absorbed Chassidut from Rebbe Simcha Bunim of Peshischa and from Rebbe Fishel from Strikov but he refused to become rebbe. Only after the passing of the Chiddushei HaRim, when most of the latter's Chassidim accepted the leadership of Rebbe Chanoch Henich HaKohen of Alexander, did he accede to the requests of Chassidic leaders (R. Yechiel Meir of Gostynin, R. Elazar HaKohen of Pułtusk, and others) that he serve as their rebbe, and only on condition that he be allowed to continue praying according to Ashkenazi rite, and recite the morning prayers at sunrise (Kevatikin).
Rebbe Avraham Landau was revered by the rabbis and rebbes of his times for his Torah scholarship and holy conduct. R. Simcha Bunim of Peshischa, who met him when he came to Stryków stated: "A more important guest than me came to the city". R. Mendele of Kotzk attested that "He looks like an angel of G-d". R. Yitzchak Meir of Ger, in his responsum to R. Chaim of Sanz regarding permitting "the new chickens" (Responsa HaRim, section 8), writes that he did not research the problem since he relies on the rabbi of Tshechnov who is renowned as a great rabbi and Tzadik, and eats them. Rebbe Chaim Halberstam of Sanz declared that it is imperative for all who live in Poland to be acquainted with the rabbi of Tshechnov.
R. Eliyahu Guttmacher wrote about him that "He is blessed by all Jewish people from one end to another, the G-dly man, one of the greatest figures of our times, genius above all geniuses". R. Yosef Chaim Kara, rabbi of Włocławek eulogized him: "One thing I know, from the day R. Akiva Eger passed away, no person could be found among all the great men in our country lauded by all Jews that he is holy from the womb… No one refrains from praising and exalting him…".
Some of his Torah novellae and teachings were printed in the books Zechuta D'Avraham, Ahavat Chesed, Beit Avraham, Tzelota D'Avraham, etc.
His four sons served as rebbes: Rebbe Ze'ev Wolf Landau of Strikov; R. Dov Berish of Biala, who was appointed rebbe of the Warka Chassidim in his father's lifetime and is the founder of the Strikov dynasty; Rebbe Refael of Warsaw and Rebbe Yaakov of Jeżów, who succeeded his father as rabbi of Tshechnov.
[2], 58 leaves. 20.5 cm. High-quality paper. Good-fair condition. Stains and wear. Minor worming. New leather binding.
Copy of Rebbe Avraham of Tshechnov, with his stamp on the title page: " Avraham son of the late R. Refael".
Rebbe Avraham Landau Rabbi of Tshechnov (Ciechanów; 1784-1875), a prominent Torah leader of Poland in his times. Disciple of R. Aryeh Leib Zuenz. An outstanding Torah scholar and exceptionally holy man. He is renowned for his battle against the "Clothing Decree" (changes in Chassidic dress sought by the government), together with the Chiddushei HaRim, and headed a group of rabbis who ruled that this change of dress is prohibited by Jewish law even if one has to forfeit one's life to adhere to this law. He absorbed Chassidut from Rebbe Simcha Bunim of Peshischa and from Rebbe Fishel from Strikov but he refused to become rebbe. Only after the passing of the Chiddushei HaRim, when most of the latter's Chassidim accepted the leadership of Rebbe Chanoch Henich HaKohen of Alexander, did he accede to the requests of Chassidic leaders (R. Yechiel Meir of Gostynin, R. Elazar HaKohen of Pułtusk, and others) that he serve as their rebbe, and only on condition that he be allowed to continue praying according to Ashkenazi rite, and recite the morning prayers at sunrise (Kevatikin).
Rebbe Avraham Landau was revered by the rabbis and rebbes of his times for his Torah scholarship and holy conduct. R. Simcha Bunim of Peshischa, who met him when he came to Stryków stated: "A more important guest than me came to the city". R. Mendele of Kotzk attested that "He looks like an angel of G-d". R. Yitzchak Meir of Ger, in his responsum to R. Chaim of Sanz regarding permitting "the new chickens" (Responsa HaRim, section 8), writes that he did not research the problem since he relies on the rabbi of Tshechnov who is renowned as a great rabbi and Tzadik, and eats them. Rebbe Chaim Halberstam of Sanz declared that it is imperative for all who live in Poland to be acquainted with the rabbi of Tshechnov.
R. Eliyahu Guttmacher wrote about him that "He is blessed by all Jewish people from one end to another, the G-dly man, one of the greatest figures of our times, genius above all geniuses". R. Yosef Chaim Kara, rabbi of Włocławek eulogized him: "One thing I know, from the day R. Akiva Eger passed away, no person could be found among all the great men in our country lauded by all Jews that he is holy from the womb… No one refrains from praising and exalting him…".
Some of his Torah novellae and teachings were printed in the books Zechuta D'Avraham, Ahavat Chesed, Beit Avraham, Tzelota D'Avraham, etc.
His four sons served as rebbes: Rebbe Ze'ev Wolf Landau of Strikov; R. Dov Berish of Biala, who was appointed rebbe of the Warka Chassidim in his father's lifetime and is the founder of the Strikov dynasty; Rebbe Refael of Warsaw and Rebbe Yaakov of Jeżów, who succeeded his father as rabbi of Tshechnov.
[2], 58 leaves. 20.5 cm. High-quality paper. Good-fair condition. Stains and wear. Minor worming. New leather binding.
Category
Chassidut – Signatures and Glosses
Catalogue
Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $1,000
Estimate: $3,000 - $6,000
Sold for: $5,000
Including buyer's premium
Ahavat Shalom, Chassidic discourses on the Torah portions, by Rebbe Menachem Mendel Hager of Kosov – founder of the Vizhnitz and Kosov Chassidic dynasties. Lviv, [1833]. First edition.
Copy of R. Aharon Moshe MiGeza Tzvi of Brody, with two ownership inscriptions in his handwriting and with his signature, on pp. 21a and 95a: " Belongs to R. Aharon Moshe MiGeza Tzvi of Brody".
R. Aharon Moshe MiGeza Tzvi of Brody (1775-1845), Chassidic leader, disciple of the Chozeh of Lublin and R. Uri of Strelisk, amongst the first Chassidim to immigrate to Jerusalem and one of the founders of the Chassidic settlement there. His gravestone on Har HaZetim is inscribed with titles of praise which were rarely used in those times in Jerusalem.
The author, Rebbe Menachem Mendel Hager (1768-1826; Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, II, p. 98), was the son of R. Yaakov Koppel Chassid, who led the prayers in the Beit Midrash of the Baal Shem Tov and was a member of his inner circle of disciples. He was the disciple of the early Chassidic masters R. Elimelech of Lizhensk and R. Tzvi Hirsh of Nadvorna. In 1802, after the passing of R. Tzvi Hirsh of Nadvorna, he began leading his own court.
In the foreword, the author's son-in-law, R. Gershon of Rozdol, writes that much of his father-in-law's teachings are focused on three matters: the holiness of Shabbat, giving charity and Tikkun HaBrit. The book was compiled by R. Menachem Mendel's disciple – R. Chaim Natan Nata of Lantshin, who writes in his foreword: "I heard these teachings from him on Friday nights and during the Shabbat morning meal, as well as when he would take leave of his visitors while discussing halachah, and brief thoughts conveyed during Seudah Shelishit... and I elaborated on them in my own words...when I was unsure of the proper intent... I intentionally used language which is open to interpretation, and each reader can use his own judgement...".
[4], 131 leaves. 21.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dark marginal dampstains. Wear to some leaves. Extensive worming to title page and other leaves, affecting text (repaired in part with paper on title page). Tears, including open tears to title page and other leaves, affecting title page border and text in several places. Book presumably comprised of leaves from various copies. Leaves trimmed with minor damage to text in several places. New binding.
False imprint: Lemberg, 1802. See: Avraham Yaari, The Printing Press of Rebbetzin Yehudit Rosanes in Lviv, Kiryat Sefer, 17, 1940, p. 107.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 18.
Copy of R. Aharon Moshe MiGeza Tzvi of Brody, with two ownership inscriptions in his handwriting and with his signature, on pp. 21a and 95a: " Belongs to R. Aharon Moshe MiGeza Tzvi of Brody".
R. Aharon Moshe MiGeza Tzvi of Brody (1775-1845), Chassidic leader, disciple of the Chozeh of Lublin and R. Uri of Strelisk, amongst the first Chassidim to immigrate to Jerusalem and one of the founders of the Chassidic settlement there. His gravestone on Har HaZetim is inscribed with titles of praise which were rarely used in those times in Jerusalem.
The author, Rebbe Menachem Mendel Hager (1768-1826; Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, II, p. 98), was the son of R. Yaakov Koppel Chassid, who led the prayers in the Beit Midrash of the Baal Shem Tov and was a member of his inner circle of disciples. He was the disciple of the early Chassidic masters R. Elimelech of Lizhensk and R. Tzvi Hirsh of Nadvorna. In 1802, after the passing of R. Tzvi Hirsh of Nadvorna, he began leading his own court.
In the foreword, the author's son-in-law, R. Gershon of Rozdol, writes that much of his father-in-law's teachings are focused on three matters: the holiness of Shabbat, giving charity and Tikkun HaBrit. The book was compiled by R. Menachem Mendel's disciple – R. Chaim Natan Nata of Lantshin, who writes in his foreword: "I heard these teachings from him on Friday nights and during the Shabbat morning meal, as well as when he would take leave of his visitors while discussing halachah, and brief thoughts conveyed during Seudah Shelishit... and I elaborated on them in my own words...when I was unsure of the proper intent... I intentionally used language which is open to interpretation, and each reader can use his own judgement...".
[4], 131 leaves. 21.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dark marginal dampstains. Wear to some leaves. Extensive worming to title page and other leaves, affecting text (repaired in part with paper on title page). Tears, including open tears to title page and other leaves, affecting title page border and text in several places. Book presumably comprised of leaves from various copies. Leaves trimmed with minor damage to text in several places. New binding.
False imprint: Lemberg, 1802. See: Avraham Yaari, The Printing Press of Rebbetzin Yehudit Rosanes in Lviv, Kiryat Sefer, 17, 1940, p. 107.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 18.
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Chassidut – Signatures and Glosses
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Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $2,000
Estimate: $5,000 - $10,000
Sold for: $50,000
Including buyer's premium
Babylonian Talmud, Tractate Niddah, and Mishnayot Order Taharot. Vienna: Anton Schmidt, 1811. First edition of the glosses of the Gaon of Vilna. Separate title page for Order Taharot.
Various signatures and ownership inscriptions on the title page, including an inscription handwritten by R. Aharon of Kraków: "Belongs to me Aharon HaLevi Epstein, Aharon HaLevi Epstein"; and an inscription attesting that the book belongs to the Beit Midrash of R. Aharon's father, R. Kalonymus Kalman HaLevi Epstein. Various stamps of the Beit Midrash of R. Aharon of Kraków throughout the book (the first Chassidic Beit Midrash in Kraków, named after him for over a hundred and twenty years, until its destruction in the Holocaust).
R. Aharon HaLevi Epstein of Kraków (ca. 1795 – Kislev 1881), son of the Maor VaShemesh. A holy man and wonderworker, he refused to become a rebbe, and continued frequenting the courts of his contemporary rebbes even in his later years. After his father's passing, he returned to Kraków, where he established the first Chassidic Beit Midrash (something forbidden until then, see: Yad Maor VaShemesh, p. 382), on 33 Jozefa St. He published his father's book, Maor VaShemesh. R. Aharon would frequent the court of the Chozeh of Lublin together with his father, and eventually married the Chozeh's granddaughter (daughter of his son R. Yisrael). After his father's passing, he frequented the court of Rebbe Yechezkel of Kuzmir, together with his colleagues the Tiferet Shlomo of Radomsk and R. Natan David of Shidlovtsa. After the passing of the rebbe of Kuzmir, they attached themselves to the Divrei Chaim of Sanz. He would also travel to the courts of other Tzaddikim of his times, such as R. Meir of Premishlan, R. Naftali of Ropshitz, and his son-in-law R. Asher of Ropshitz, his colleague the Tiferet Shlomo of Radomsk, R. Ber of Radoshitz, R. Mordechai of Chernobyl, and others, and was held by them in high esteem; but he remained most closely attached to the Divrei Chaim of Sanz. After the passing of the rebbe of Sanz, he advised people to follow the latter's grandson, Rebbe Shlomo of Bobov, and he did so himself, although he was already over 80 years old. R. Aharon was known as a wonderworker who effected salvations. He would also petition his rebbes to obtain salvations and abundant livelihood for his brethren.
R. Kalonymus Kalman HaLevi Epstein of Kraków (1751-1823) – the Maor VaShemesh, was an outstanding Torah scholar both in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah, leading disciple of Rebbe Elimelech of Lizhensk, whom he regarded as of equal stature to the Baal Shem Tov himself. He also frequented the courts of R. Yechiel Michel of Zlotchov and R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev. Following the passing of his teacher R. Elimelech, he began travelling to the Chozeh of Lublin, to R. Ber of Radoshitz, to the Maggid of Kozhnitz and to R. Mendele of Rimanov (who acclaimed him as "Shomer HaBrit"). He was renowned as a holy man already in his lifetime, and accounts of revelations of Divine Inspiration and wonders circulated about him. His teacher R. Elimelech of Lizhensk appointed him as rebbe and he became the first disseminator of Chassidut in Kraków, where those seeking to draw close to G-d gathered around him, later becoming prominent Chassidic leaders. He was repeatedly persecuted by opponents of Chassidut (Mitnagdim) in Kraków, who even announced a ban on Chassidut in 1786. When the persecutions reached the point of informing and imprisonment, R. Kalman moved to his hometown of Neustadt and established his court there. In ca. 1820, he returned to Kraków, and that is where he is buried. His book Maor VaShemesh on the Torah is an important classic Chassidic book, even printed together with the Chumash (in the Rav Peninim edition). His sons were R. Yosef Baruch of Neustadt (1792-1867; known as the "Good Jew of Neustadt"), and R. Aharon of Krakow, whose signature appears in the present book.
[9], 2-89 leaves; [1], 2-199 leaves. Approx. 39.5 cm. Condition varies, good to fair. Many stains and wear, primarily to leaves of Tractate Niddah. Tears to first title page and several other leaves, repaired in part. Stamps. New leather binding.
Various signatures and ownership inscriptions on the title page, including an inscription handwritten by R. Aharon of Kraków: "Belongs to me Aharon HaLevi Epstein, Aharon HaLevi Epstein"; and an inscription attesting that the book belongs to the Beit Midrash of R. Aharon's father, R. Kalonymus Kalman HaLevi Epstein. Various stamps of the Beit Midrash of R. Aharon of Kraków throughout the book (the first Chassidic Beit Midrash in Kraków, named after him for over a hundred and twenty years, until its destruction in the Holocaust).
R. Aharon HaLevi Epstein of Kraków (ca. 1795 – Kislev 1881), son of the Maor VaShemesh. A holy man and wonderworker, he refused to become a rebbe, and continued frequenting the courts of his contemporary rebbes even in his later years. After his father's passing, he returned to Kraków, where he established the first Chassidic Beit Midrash (something forbidden until then, see: Yad Maor VaShemesh, p. 382), on 33 Jozefa St. He published his father's book, Maor VaShemesh. R. Aharon would frequent the court of the Chozeh of Lublin together with his father, and eventually married the Chozeh's granddaughter (daughter of his son R. Yisrael). After his father's passing, he frequented the court of Rebbe Yechezkel of Kuzmir, together with his colleagues the Tiferet Shlomo of Radomsk and R. Natan David of Shidlovtsa. After the passing of the rebbe of Kuzmir, they attached themselves to the Divrei Chaim of Sanz. He would also travel to the courts of other Tzaddikim of his times, such as R. Meir of Premishlan, R. Naftali of Ropshitz, and his son-in-law R. Asher of Ropshitz, his colleague the Tiferet Shlomo of Radomsk, R. Ber of Radoshitz, R. Mordechai of Chernobyl, and others, and was held by them in high esteem; but he remained most closely attached to the Divrei Chaim of Sanz. After the passing of the rebbe of Sanz, he advised people to follow the latter's grandson, Rebbe Shlomo of Bobov, and he did so himself, although he was already over 80 years old. R. Aharon was known as a wonderworker who effected salvations. He would also petition his rebbes to obtain salvations and abundant livelihood for his brethren.
R. Kalonymus Kalman HaLevi Epstein of Kraków (1751-1823) – the Maor VaShemesh, was an outstanding Torah scholar both in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah, leading disciple of Rebbe Elimelech of Lizhensk, whom he regarded as of equal stature to the Baal Shem Tov himself. He also frequented the courts of R. Yechiel Michel of Zlotchov and R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev. Following the passing of his teacher R. Elimelech, he began travelling to the Chozeh of Lublin, to R. Ber of Radoshitz, to the Maggid of Kozhnitz and to R. Mendele of Rimanov (who acclaimed him as "Shomer HaBrit"). He was renowned as a holy man already in his lifetime, and accounts of revelations of Divine Inspiration and wonders circulated about him. His teacher R. Elimelech of Lizhensk appointed him as rebbe and he became the first disseminator of Chassidut in Kraków, where those seeking to draw close to G-d gathered around him, later becoming prominent Chassidic leaders. He was repeatedly persecuted by opponents of Chassidut (Mitnagdim) in Kraków, who even announced a ban on Chassidut in 1786. When the persecutions reached the point of informing and imprisonment, R. Kalman moved to his hometown of Neustadt and established his court there. In ca. 1820, he returned to Kraków, and that is where he is buried. His book Maor VaShemesh on the Torah is an important classic Chassidic book, even printed together with the Chumash (in the Rav Peninim edition). His sons were R. Yosef Baruch of Neustadt (1792-1867; known as the "Good Jew of Neustadt"), and R. Aharon of Krakow, whose signature appears in the present book.
[9], 2-89 leaves; [1], 2-199 leaves. Approx. 39.5 cm. Condition varies, good to fair. Many stains and wear, primarily to leaves of Tractate Niddah. Tears to first title page and several other leaves, repaired in part. Stamps. New leather binding.
Category
Chassidut – Signatures and Glosses
Catalogue
Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $1,000
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Sold for: $4,000
Including buyer's premium
Even Pinah, Shulchan Aruch Even HaEzer, with the Derishat Ari commentary, by R. Avraham Aryeh Leib HaLevi Rabbi of Strizov (Strzyżów). Lviv: R. Shlomo Yarish Rappaport, [1804]. First edition.
The book opens with approbations by R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev and R. Moshe Teitelbaum Rabbi of Shinova (the Yismach Moshe), who refers to the author in his approbation as "My teacher… the rabbi, truly outstanding Torah scholar", and mentions that in his youth he served as the author's attendant and studied in his yeshiva.
Copy of the first rebbes of the Amshinov dynasty. Stamps on the title page of Rebbe Menachem Kalish Rabbi of Amshinov. Stamps (in Latin characters) on the title page and p. 14a: "J. D. Kalisz" – stamp of his father, Rebbe Yaakov David Kalish of Amshinov.
Ownership inscriptions (close to time of printing): "This book belongs to the philanthropist R. Yosef ---- 1818"; "Belongs to R. Mordechai, son of the renowned wealthy ----"; "Derishat Ari…".
Rebbe Yaakov David Kalish (1814-1878, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut II, pp. 262-263), first rebbe of Amshinov. Eldest son of R. Yitzchak of Warka. In his youth, he served as rabbi of Gowarczów, and later of Peshischa and Ger – preceding R. Yitzchak Meir Alter, the Chiddushei HaRim. He later moved to Amshinov (Mszczonów), where he established his court – hence the name of his dynasty. He was one of the leading Polish rebbes, and worked together with the Chiddushei HaRim on communal matters.
His son, Rebbe Menachem Kalish (1860-1918, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut II, pp. 81-82), succeeded his father at the age of 18 as rabbi and rebbe of Amshinov after the latter's passing. The court grew considerably during his tenure, and hundreds of Chassidim accepted his authority. Just like his father, he was involved in charity and communal matters. He served as rebbe for exactly forty years, from Parashat Vayishlach until Parashat Vayishlach. Upon his passing, the Imrei Emet of Ger stated: "We lost one of the last members of the Great Assembly". His sons and grandsons served as rebbes of Amshinov.
The author, R. (Avraham) Aryeh Leib HaLevi (1736-1803, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, I, p. 58) was a foremost Chassidic leader, rabbi of Strizov and other communities. The Maggid of Kozhnitz writes in his approbation to his book Otot HaShamayim: "…I knew him in the past, when he was in this community, and I perceived that he was an eminent rabbi…". Rebbe Moshe Teitelbaum, author of Yismach Moshe, cousin and close disciple of the author R. Aryeh Leib, refers to him reverently in his approbation to his book Otot HaShamayim: "The greatest amongst giants… my master and teacher….". R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, in his approbation to the present work, extols the author's virtues: "His entire life, he did not depart from the tent of Torah… he edified many disciples… all his teachings are like glowing embers and torches…". In his approbation to Otot HaShamayim, R. Levi Yitzchak writes: "…he studied Torah for the sake of Heaven, and dove into the mighty waters of the Talmud and halachic literature, in order to derive the laws from them…".
R. Yosef Shaul Nathansohn, author of Shoel UMeshiv, writes in his approbation to Responsa Heshiv Moshe by the Yismach Moshe: "He [=the Yismach Moshe] was a disciple of the great Torah scholar, author of Derishat Ari on Even HaEzer, and it appears that he learnt from him both revealed and hidden parts of the Torah, since the Derishat Ari was well-versed in Torah and Chassidut, no secret was hidden from him, and the Yismach Moshe received both Torah and practical Kabbalah from him".
[2], 115, [3] leaves. 36 cm. Overall good condition. Stains. Open tear to leaf 26, affecting text. Printing defect on leaf 110. Marginal worming to several leaves. Stamps. New leather binding.
The book opens with approbations by R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev and R. Moshe Teitelbaum Rabbi of Shinova (the Yismach Moshe), who refers to the author in his approbation as "My teacher… the rabbi, truly outstanding Torah scholar", and mentions that in his youth he served as the author's attendant and studied in his yeshiva.
Copy of the first rebbes of the Amshinov dynasty. Stamps on the title page of Rebbe Menachem Kalish Rabbi of Amshinov. Stamps (in Latin characters) on the title page and p. 14a: "J. D. Kalisz" – stamp of his father, Rebbe Yaakov David Kalish of Amshinov.
Ownership inscriptions (close to time of printing): "This book belongs to the philanthropist R. Yosef ---- 1818"; "Belongs to R. Mordechai, son of the renowned wealthy ----"; "Derishat Ari…".
Rebbe Yaakov David Kalish (1814-1878, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut II, pp. 262-263), first rebbe of Amshinov. Eldest son of R. Yitzchak of Warka. In his youth, he served as rabbi of Gowarczów, and later of Peshischa and Ger – preceding R. Yitzchak Meir Alter, the Chiddushei HaRim. He later moved to Amshinov (Mszczonów), where he established his court – hence the name of his dynasty. He was one of the leading Polish rebbes, and worked together with the Chiddushei HaRim on communal matters.
His son, Rebbe Menachem Kalish (1860-1918, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut II, pp. 81-82), succeeded his father at the age of 18 as rabbi and rebbe of Amshinov after the latter's passing. The court grew considerably during his tenure, and hundreds of Chassidim accepted his authority. Just like his father, he was involved in charity and communal matters. He served as rebbe for exactly forty years, from Parashat Vayishlach until Parashat Vayishlach. Upon his passing, the Imrei Emet of Ger stated: "We lost one of the last members of the Great Assembly". His sons and grandsons served as rebbes of Amshinov.
The author, R. (Avraham) Aryeh Leib HaLevi (1736-1803, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, I, p. 58) was a foremost Chassidic leader, rabbi of Strizov and other communities. The Maggid of Kozhnitz writes in his approbation to his book Otot HaShamayim: "…I knew him in the past, when he was in this community, and I perceived that he was an eminent rabbi…". Rebbe Moshe Teitelbaum, author of Yismach Moshe, cousin and close disciple of the author R. Aryeh Leib, refers to him reverently in his approbation to his book Otot HaShamayim: "The greatest amongst giants… my master and teacher….". R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, in his approbation to the present work, extols the author's virtues: "His entire life, he did not depart from the tent of Torah… he edified many disciples… all his teachings are like glowing embers and torches…". In his approbation to Otot HaShamayim, R. Levi Yitzchak writes: "…he studied Torah for the sake of Heaven, and dove into the mighty waters of the Talmud and halachic literature, in order to derive the laws from them…".
R. Yosef Shaul Nathansohn, author of Shoel UMeshiv, writes in his approbation to Responsa Heshiv Moshe by the Yismach Moshe: "He [=the Yismach Moshe] was a disciple of the great Torah scholar, author of Derishat Ari on Even HaEzer, and it appears that he learnt from him both revealed and hidden parts of the Torah, since the Derishat Ari was well-versed in Torah and Chassidut, no secret was hidden from him, and the Yismach Moshe received both Torah and practical Kabbalah from him".
[2], 115, [3] leaves. 36 cm. Overall good condition. Stains. Open tear to leaf 26, affecting text. Printing defect on leaf 110. Marginal worming to several leaves. Stamps. New leather binding.
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Chassidut – Signatures and Glosses
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Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $3,000
Estimate: $5,000 - $10,000
Sold for: $20,000
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Sefer HaGilgulim, teachings of the Arizal, Parts I and II, 73 chapters. Premisla (Przemyśl): Zupnik et. Knoller, 1875. First edition of part II, brought to print by Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam of Stropkov (and Shinova), based on a manuscript from Eretz Israel.
Copy of the publisher, the Divrei Yechezkel, which he sent to Eretz Israel with a messenger and dedicated to the Sanz Beit Midrash in Safed.
Stamp of the rebbe at the top of the title page: " Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam, rabbi of Shinova". Stamps of the Sanz Beit Midrash in Safed. On verso of title page, dedication handwritten and signed by R. Simcha Natan Segal of Safed, the rebbe's messenger to the Sanz Beit Midrash in Safed: " This book belongs to the Beit Midrash of the rebbe of Sanz in Safed, and was given to them by the rebbe of Shinova, who handed it to me to deliver his gift to them… Monday, Parashat Noach 1884, here Shinova, Simcha Natan Segal of Safed". Two handwritten emendations in the book (by two writers?).
The first Shinover Rebbe, R. Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam (1815-1898), rabbi of Shinova (Sieniawa) and author of Divrei Yechezkel, eldest son of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz and son-in-law of R. Aryeh Leib Lifshitz of Vishnitsa, author of Aryeh D'Vei Ilai (son-in-law of R. Moshe Teitelbaum, author of Yismach Moshe). An outstanding Torah scholar, he was well versed in all realms of Torah, Kabbalah, Halachah and Chassidut. His father, the Divrei Chaim, held him in high regard and respected him exceedingly, and mentions his son's exceptional truthfulness in several of his responsa: "My eldest son, rabbi of Shinova, was by me recently, and he related to me... and I consider his testimony to be very reliable, since I know he would not be deceitful for anything in the world" (Responsa Divrei Chaim, II, Orach Chaim, section 2). In 1856, he was appointed rabbi of Shinova (Sieniawa), and in 1868, he went to serve as rabbi of Stropkov. In 1876, he left Stropkov, later returning to Shinova. He was venerated in his role as rabbi and rebbe already during his father's lifetime. Progenitor of important Chassidic dynasties, with many of his sons and grandsons serving as rabbis and rebbes in various cities already in his lifetime. Holy and pure from his youth, he was a close disciple of leading rebbes of his times. He was renowned as a wonder-worker, and would give out his objects as a segulah for protection and salvation.
[2], 99, [1] leaves. 22.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Tears to title page and first and final leaves, repaired with paper. Open tear to leaf 1, affecting text. Stamps. New binding.
Copy of the publisher, the Divrei Yechezkel, which he sent to Eretz Israel with a messenger and dedicated to the Sanz Beit Midrash in Safed.
Stamp of the rebbe at the top of the title page: " Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam, rabbi of Shinova". Stamps of the Sanz Beit Midrash in Safed. On verso of title page, dedication handwritten and signed by R. Simcha Natan Segal of Safed, the rebbe's messenger to the Sanz Beit Midrash in Safed: " This book belongs to the Beit Midrash of the rebbe of Sanz in Safed, and was given to them by the rebbe of Shinova, who handed it to me to deliver his gift to them… Monday, Parashat Noach 1884, here Shinova, Simcha Natan Segal of Safed". Two handwritten emendations in the book (by two writers?).
The first Shinover Rebbe, R. Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam (1815-1898), rabbi of Shinova (Sieniawa) and author of Divrei Yechezkel, eldest son of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz and son-in-law of R. Aryeh Leib Lifshitz of Vishnitsa, author of Aryeh D'Vei Ilai (son-in-law of R. Moshe Teitelbaum, author of Yismach Moshe). An outstanding Torah scholar, he was well versed in all realms of Torah, Kabbalah, Halachah and Chassidut. His father, the Divrei Chaim, held him in high regard and respected him exceedingly, and mentions his son's exceptional truthfulness in several of his responsa: "My eldest son, rabbi of Shinova, was by me recently, and he related to me... and I consider his testimony to be very reliable, since I know he would not be deceitful for anything in the world" (Responsa Divrei Chaim, II, Orach Chaim, section 2). In 1856, he was appointed rabbi of Shinova (Sieniawa), and in 1868, he went to serve as rabbi of Stropkov. In 1876, he left Stropkov, later returning to Shinova. He was venerated in his role as rabbi and rebbe already during his father's lifetime. Progenitor of important Chassidic dynasties, with many of his sons and grandsons serving as rabbis and rebbes in various cities already in his lifetime. Holy and pure from his youth, he was a close disciple of leading rebbes of his times. He was renowned as a wonder-worker, and would give out his objects as a segulah for protection and salvation.
[2], 99, [1] leaves. 22.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains. Tears to title page and first and final leaves, repaired with paper. Open tear to leaf 1, affecting text. Stamps. New binding.
Category
Chassidut – Signatures and Glosses
Catalogue
Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $2,000
Estimate: $5,000 - $8,000
Sold for: $10,625
Including buyer's premium
Two kabbalistic works bound together – Sefer Tzioni, kabbalistic commentary on the Torah portions, by R. Menachem Tzion son of R. Meir of Speyer. Lviv, 1882. Bound with: Me'ah Kesitah and the Yemin Hashem essay, one of ten essays composed by the Rema of Fano; with Tikkunei Teshuvah, by the disciples of the Arizal. [Lviv, 1892 – copy lacking title page]. Approbation by Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam to second book.
Handwritten ownership inscription on the title page of the first book, attesting that the book belongs to Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam. Stamps on title page and leaves of first book: "Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam, rabbi of Shinova". Both books contain many stamps of his son: "Shalom Halberstam son of the Rebbe of Shinova". Many inscriptions on the endpapers, including scribbles and pen trials in German. Marginal glosses and emendations (presumably handwritten by their descendant Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Lipschitz-Halberstam of Stropkov, Jerusalem).
The first Shinover Rebbe, R. Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam (1815-1898), rabbi of Shinova (Sieniawa) and author of Divrei Yechezkel, eldest son of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz and son-in-law of R. Aryeh Leib Lifshitz of Vishnitsa, author of Aryeh D'Vei Ilai (son-in-law of R. Moshe Teitelbaum, author of Yismach Moshe). An outstanding Torah scholar, he was well versed in all realms of Torah, Kabbalah, Halachah and Chassidut. His father, the Divrei Chaim, held him in high regard and respected him exceedingly, and mentions his son's exceptional truthfulness in several of his responsa: "My eldest son, rabbi of Shinova, was by me recently, and he related to me... and I consider his testimony to be very reliable, since I know he would not be deceitful for anything in the world" (Responsa Divrei Chaim, II, Orach Chaim, section 2). He was venerated in his role as rabbi and rebbe already during his father's lifetime. Progenitor of important Chassidic dynasties, with many of his sons and grandsons serving as rabbis and rebbes in various cities already in his lifetime. Holy and pure from his youth, he was a close disciple of leading rebbes of his times. He was renowned as a wonder-worker, and would give out his objects as a segulah for protection and salvation.
His cherished son, Rebbe (Avraham) Shalom Halberstam (1855-1940), the Divrei Shalom of Stropkov. He was the youngest son of the Divrei Yechezkel, who would acclaim him for "his very holy and supremely lofty soul". R. Shalom was born from his father's fourth marriage, and the latter would say that he was able to effect salvations, since he was born in holiness, in accordance with the words of the Tana D'Vei Eliyahu (Zuta, chapter III), that one who marries for the sake of Heaven would have sons who would save the Jewish people in times of trouble (Rabbenu HaKadosh MiSanz, II, p. 190). He served as rabbi and rebbe of Stropkov, and was the first rebbe of the Stropkov Chassidic dynasty. His court was always teeming with Chassidim and thousands came to seek his blessings. He was reputed for his wonderworks.
[4], 82 leaves; [1], 72 leaves (lacking title page of second book). 24.5 cm. Dry, brittle paper. Fair condition. Stains, tears and wear. Large open tear to title page of first book, affecting text. Closed and open tears to several leaves, affecting text. Worming to final leaves and binding. Original binding, worn and damaged.
Handwritten ownership inscription on the title page of the first book, attesting that the book belongs to Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam. Stamps on title page and leaves of first book: "Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam, rabbi of Shinova". Both books contain many stamps of his son: "Shalom Halberstam son of the Rebbe of Shinova". Many inscriptions on the endpapers, including scribbles and pen trials in German. Marginal glosses and emendations (presumably handwritten by their descendant Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Lipschitz-Halberstam of Stropkov, Jerusalem).
The first Shinover Rebbe, R. Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam (1815-1898), rabbi of Shinova (Sieniawa) and author of Divrei Yechezkel, eldest son of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz and son-in-law of R. Aryeh Leib Lifshitz of Vishnitsa, author of Aryeh D'Vei Ilai (son-in-law of R. Moshe Teitelbaum, author of Yismach Moshe). An outstanding Torah scholar, he was well versed in all realms of Torah, Kabbalah, Halachah and Chassidut. His father, the Divrei Chaim, held him in high regard and respected him exceedingly, and mentions his son's exceptional truthfulness in several of his responsa: "My eldest son, rabbi of Shinova, was by me recently, and he related to me... and I consider his testimony to be very reliable, since I know he would not be deceitful for anything in the world" (Responsa Divrei Chaim, II, Orach Chaim, section 2). He was venerated in his role as rabbi and rebbe already during his father's lifetime. Progenitor of important Chassidic dynasties, with many of his sons and grandsons serving as rabbis and rebbes in various cities already in his lifetime. Holy and pure from his youth, he was a close disciple of leading rebbes of his times. He was renowned as a wonder-worker, and would give out his objects as a segulah for protection and salvation.
His cherished son, Rebbe (Avraham) Shalom Halberstam (1855-1940), the Divrei Shalom of Stropkov. He was the youngest son of the Divrei Yechezkel, who would acclaim him for "his very holy and supremely lofty soul". R. Shalom was born from his father's fourth marriage, and the latter would say that he was able to effect salvations, since he was born in holiness, in accordance with the words of the Tana D'Vei Eliyahu (Zuta, chapter III), that one who marries for the sake of Heaven would have sons who would save the Jewish people in times of trouble (Rabbenu HaKadosh MiSanz, II, p. 190). He served as rabbi and rebbe of Stropkov, and was the first rebbe of the Stropkov Chassidic dynasty. His court was always teeming with Chassidim and thousands came to seek his blessings. He was reputed for his wonderworks.
[4], 82 leaves; [1], 72 leaves (lacking title page of second book). 24.5 cm. Dry, brittle paper. Fair condition. Stains, tears and wear. Large open tear to title page of first book, affecting text. Closed and open tears to several leaves, affecting text. Worming to final leaves and binding. Original binding, worn and damaged.
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Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $1,000
Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000
Sold for: $9,375
Including buyer's premium
Volume comprising four books by R. Yisrael Meir HaKohen of Radin: Chafetz Chaim; Shemirat HaLashon with Sefat Tamim; Ahavat Chessed; Shem Olam part I. [Warsaw, 1930 – stereotype edition of 1880-1900 editions].
On the title page of Chafetz Chaim, ownership inscription handwritten by the rebbe of Stropkov: " Shalom Halberstam of Košice". Many stamps in various places in the volume: "Shalom Halberstam son of the Rebbe of Shinova". Additional penciled ownership inscriptions on the front endpaper, by a grandson.
Many inscriptions on the endpapers. Interesting handwritten inscription (in Yiddish) on the page facing the title page: "May G-d help that I fulfill these teachings soon. May G-d help that everything should already be good".
Rebbe (Avraham) Shalom Halberstam (1855-1940), the Divrei Shalom, cherished son of Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam of Shinova-Sanz, the Divrei Yechezkel (eldest son of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz), who would acclaim him for "his very holy and supremely lofty soul". R. Shalom was born from his father's fourth marriage, and the latter would say that he was able to effect salvations, since he was born in holiness, in accordance with the words of the Tana D'Vei Eliyahu (Zuta, chapter III), that one who marries for the sake of Heaven would have sons who would save the Jewish people in times of trouble (Rabbenu HaKadosh MiSanz, II, p. 190). He served as rabbi and rebbe of Stropkov, and was the first rebbe of the Stropkov Chassidic dynasty. His court was always teeming with Chassidim and thousands came to seek his blessings. He was reputed for his wonderworks.
In 1930, the rebbe moved to Kashoi (Košice), and settled there despite the entreaties of the members of the Stropkov community (see Rabbenu HaKadosh MiSanz, ibid. p. 193). This book was purchased during that period, both according to the signature and in line with the date – 1930, printed on the verso of the title page of Shem Olam
[4], 5-156 pages; [3], 4-84 pages; [5], 6-112 pages; [4], 5-62 pages (without additional leaf of omissions at end of Shem Olam, which may have not been included in this stereotype edition). 23.5 cm. Dry, brittle paper. Fair condition (several leaves in fair-poor condition). Wear and tears. Open tears to some leaves, affecting text. Worming. Detached leaves. Original binding, partially detached, damaged, without front board.
On the title page of Chafetz Chaim, ownership inscription handwritten by the rebbe of Stropkov: " Shalom Halberstam of Košice". Many stamps in various places in the volume: "Shalom Halberstam son of the Rebbe of Shinova". Additional penciled ownership inscriptions on the front endpaper, by a grandson.
Many inscriptions on the endpapers. Interesting handwritten inscription (in Yiddish) on the page facing the title page: "May G-d help that I fulfill these teachings soon. May G-d help that everything should already be good".
Rebbe (Avraham) Shalom Halberstam (1855-1940), the Divrei Shalom, cherished son of Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam of Shinova-Sanz, the Divrei Yechezkel (eldest son of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz), who would acclaim him for "his very holy and supremely lofty soul". R. Shalom was born from his father's fourth marriage, and the latter would say that he was able to effect salvations, since he was born in holiness, in accordance with the words of the Tana D'Vei Eliyahu (Zuta, chapter III), that one who marries for the sake of Heaven would have sons who would save the Jewish people in times of trouble (Rabbenu HaKadosh MiSanz, II, p. 190). He served as rabbi and rebbe of Stropkov, and was the first rebbe of the Stropkov Chassidic dynasty. His court was always teeming with Chassidim and thousands came to seek his blessings. He was reputed for his wonderworks.
In 1930, the rebbe moved to Kashoi (Košice), and settled there despite the entreaties of the members of the Stropkov community (see Rabbenu HaKadosh MiSanz, ibid. p. 193). This book was purchased during that period, both according to the signature and in line with the date – 1930, printed on the verso of the title page of Shem Olam
[4], 5-156 pages; [3], 4-84 pages; [5], 6-112 pages; [4], 5-62 pages (without additional leaf of omissions at end of Shem Olam, which may have not been included in this stereotype edition). 23.5 cm. Dry, brittle paper. Fair condition (several leaves in fair-poor condition). Wear and tears. Open tears to some leaves, affecting text. Worming. Detached leaves. Original binding, partially detached, damaged, without front board.
Category
Chassidut – Signatures and Glosses
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Auction 89 - Rare and Important Items
November 22, 2022
Opening: $10,000
Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000
Sold for: $16,250
Including buyer's premium
Year-round prayers, with Kavanot HaAri, three parts, compiled by R. Asher Margolies of Medzhybizh and Brody. Lviv: R. Shlomo Yarish Rappaport, 1787. First edition.
Three parts in one volume. Part I – weekday prayers, Part II – Shabbat prayers, Part III – prayers for the festival.
The prayers in this siddur follow Nusach Sefard, with the Arizal's corrections to the text of the prayers, and his abridged Kavanot.
The siddur in this format was arranged by the scholars and kabbalists of the Brody Kloiz, and was first printed in Zhovkva in 1781. The text and kavanot in that edition were printed based on books of Chassidic teachings, and on Pri Etz Chaim (still in manuscript form at that time). In the present edition of the siddur, mistakes which crept into the Zhovkva edition were corrected, and additions were inserted according to other books based on the writings of the Arizal: Etz Chaim, Sefer HaYichudim, Machberet HaKodesh, and from "the siddur of the great kabbalist and chassid R. Shabtai of Rașcov", disciple of the Baal Shem Tov (a siddur which was still in manuscript form).
This siddur was compiled by R. Asher son of R. Shlomo Zalman Margolies of Medzhybizh and Brody, a scholar of the Brody Kloiz, close disciple of "the great and prominent kabbalist, R. Chaim Sanzer of Brody… from whom I learnt much, particularly in this awesome and true wisdom" (from R. Asher's preface to his siddur). The siddur bears approbations from the scholars of the Brody Kloiz, in addition to an approbation by R. Yissachar Dov, rabbi of Zolochiv, a leading Chassidic figure.
Imrei Pinchas HaShalem (I, pp. 223-224) states: "Their siddurim (of the disciples of the Baal Shem Tov) were the Arizal's siddur printed in Lviv (this edition), and they did not wish to pray from any other siddur, since the rabbi (R. Pinchas of Korets) prayed from this siddur and held it in high regard… and when this siddur was printed, they grabbed it like a precious stone and greatly treasured it". Since R. Asher's siddur was printed, R. Pinchas of Korets would pray only from it. The Sar Beit HaZohar, R. Tzvi Hirsh of Zidichov, and the rebbes descending from him, likewise prayed from this siddur and adorned it with their notes. R. Yaakov Shimon, son of R. Pinchas of Korets, said: "One should only pray from the Lviv edition of the Arizal's siddur, or in the siddur of R. Shabtai, and not from other versions of more recent siddurim".
The printing press of R. Shlomo Yarish Rappaport also notably published the holy book Noam Elimelech in 1788, and its workers were reputedly holy men of the 36 hidden righteous people of the generation (see: R. B. Landau, R. Elimelech MiLizhensk, Jerusalem, 1963, p. 311, who quotes an oral tradition [in the name of R. Moshe Halberstam], on the unique qualities of R. Shlomo Yarish's edition of the Noam Elimelech, which "was printed by G-d fearing workers, who worked in sanctity and purity, and some were of the 36 hidden righteous ones upon whom the world stands").
Important ownership. Signature and stamps of Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Lipschitz Halberstam of Stropkov on the front endpaper, with names handwritten by the rebbe (kvitelach for recovery), around two pieces of paper which he presumably attached, one of them a printed copy of Igeret HaRamban, and the other with the original stamp of his grandfather, Rebbe Shalom Halberstam, first rebbe of Stropkov, son of the Divrei Yechezkel of Shinova. This siddur may have first been owned by his grandfather, and later passed down to him.
Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Lipschitz Halberstam of Stropkov (1808-1995), grandson and disciple of Rebbe Shalom Halberstam of Stropkov. He served as rabbi of Jablonka and dayan in Beregsaz. Following the Holocaust, he served as rabbi of the DP camps in Bamberg and Franconia. In 1949, he immigrated to Eretz Israel and settled in Ramla, where he established the Divrei Chaim Beit Midrash. In 1953, he moved to Jerusalem, where he founded the Batei Midrash of the Stropkov Chassidut.
Rebbe (Avraham) Shalom Halberstam (1856-1940), the Divrei Shalom, cherished son of Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam of Shinova-Sanz, the Divrei Yechezkel (eldest son of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz), who would describe him as having a supremely elevated, holy soul. He served as rabbi and rebbe in Stropkov, and was the founder of the Stropkov dynasty. His court was always teeming with Chassidim, thousands flocked to receive his blessings, and he was reputed as a wonder-worker.
[394] leaves. Lacking four leaves ([206-207], [214-215]) from part I. Bound at end of part I, before Kabbalat Shabbat, are [16] leaves with Hodu, Kabbalat Shabbat, Kiddush and Tikkunei Shabbat, from a different siddur (without kavanot). 17.5 cm. Fair condition, some leaves in fair-poor condition. Stains, including dampstains. Extensive wear. Extensive worming, affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Many open tears to title page and other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper and (transparent) tape. Some leaves presumably supplied from other copies. Signature and stamps. New leather binding.
Three parts in one volume. Part I – weekday prayers, Part II – Shabbat prayers, Part III – prayers for the festival.
The prayers in this siddur follow Nusach Sefard, with the Arizal's corrections to the text of the prayers, and his abridged Kavanot.
The siddur in this format was arranged by the scholars and kabbalists of the Brody Kloiz, and was first printed in Zhovkva in 1781. The text and kavanot in that edition were printed based on books of Chassidic teachings, and on Pri Etz Chaim (still in manuscript form at that time). In the present edition of the siddur, mistakes which crept into the Zhovkva edition were corrected, and additions were inserted according to other books based on the writings of the Arizal: Etz Chaim, Sefer HaYichudim, Machberet HaKodesh, and from "the siddur of the great kabbalist and chassid R. Shabtai of Rașcov", disciple of the Baal Shem Tov (a siddur which was still in manuscript form).
This siddur was compiled by R. Asher son of R. Shlomo Zalman Margolies of Medzhybizh and Brody, a scholar of the Brody Kloiz, close disciple of "the great and prominent kabbalist, R. Chaim Sanzer of Brody… from whom I learnt much, particularly in this awesome and true wisdom" (from R. Asher's preface to his siddur). The siddur bears approbations from the scholars of the Brody Kloiz, in addition to an approbation by R. Yissachar Dov, rabbi of Zolochiv, a leading Chassidic figure.
Imrei Pinchas HaShalem (I, pp. 223-224) states: "Their siddurim (of the disciples of the Baal Shem Tov) were the Arizal's siddur printed in Lviv (this edition), and they did not wish to pray from any other siddur, since the rabbi (R. Pinchas of Korets) prayed from this siddur and held it in high regard… and when this siddur was printed, they grabbed it like a precious stone and greatly treasured it". Since R. Asher's siddur was printed, R. Pinchas of Korets would pray only from it. The Sar Beit HaZohar, R. Tzvi Hirsh of Zidichov, and the rebbes descending from him, likewise prayed from this siddur and adorned it with their notes. R. Yaakov Shimon, son of R. Pinchas of Korets, said: "One should only pray from the Lviv edition of the Arizal's siddur, or in the siddur of R. Shabtai, and not from other versions of more recent siddurim".
The printing press of R. Shlomo Yarish Rappaport also notably published the holy book Noam Elimelech in 1788, and its workers were reputedly holy men of the 36 hidden righteous people of the generation (see: R. B. Landau, R. Elimelech MiLizhensk, Jerusalem, 1963, p. 311, who quotes an oral tradition [in the name of R. Moshe Halberstam], on the unique qualities of R. Shlomo Yarish's edition of the Noam Elimelech, which "was printed by G-d fearing workers, who worked in sanctity and purity, and some were of the 36 hidden righteous ones upon whom the world stands").
Important ownership. Signature and stamps of Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Lipschitz Halberstam of Stropkov on the front endpaper, with names handwritten by the rebbe (kvitelach for recovery), around two pieces of paper which he presumably attached, one of them a printed copy of Igeret HaRamban, and the other with the original stamp of his grandfather, Rebbe Shalom Halberstam, first rebbe of Stropkov, son of the Divrei Yechezkel of Shinova. This siddur may have first been owned by his grandfather, and later passed down to him.
Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Lipschitz Halberstam of Stropkov (1808-1995), grandson and disciple of Rebbe Shalom Halberstam of Stropkov. He served as rabbi of Jablonka and dayan in Beregsaz. Following the Holocaust, he served as rabbi of the DP camps in Bamberg and Franconia. In 1949, he immigrated to Eretz Israel and settled in Ramla, where he established the Divrei Chaim Beit Midrash. In 1953, he moved to Jerusalem, where he founded the Batei Midrash of the Stropkov Chassidut.
Rebbe (Avraham) Shalom Halberstam (1856-1940), the Divrei Shalom, cherished son of Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam of Shinova-Sanz, the Divrei Yechezkel (eldest son of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz), who would describe him as having a supremely elevated, holy soul. He served as rabbi and rebbe in Stropkov, and was the founder of the Stropkov dynasty. His court was always teeming with Chassidim, thousands flocked to receive his blessings, and he was reputed as a wonder-worker.
[394] leaves. Lacking four leaves ([206-207], [214-215]) from part I. Bound at end of part I, before Kabbalat Shabbat, are [16] leaves with Hodu, Kabbalat Shabbat, Kiddush and Tikkunei Shabbat, from a different siddur (without kavanot). 17.5 cm. Fair condition, some leaves in fair-poor condition. Stains, including dampstains. Extensive wear. Extensive worming, affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Many open tears to title page and other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper and (transparent) tape. Some leaves presumably supplied from other copies. Signature and stamps. New leather binding.
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