Auction 51 Part I - Books Chassidism Manuscripts Rabbinical Letters

Manuscript, Taj Torah, With Ba'al HaTurim - Yemen, 18th Century

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Manuscript, Taj (Keter Torah) of Vayikra-Devarim, Torah with Targum Onkelos and Tafsir of Rabbi Se'adya Gaon. On the margins are the Ba'al HaTurim commentary and Mesorah notes. [Yemen, c. 18th century].
Particularly beautiful writing. Nikud tachton and nikud elyon. First and last leaves were replaced at a later time. On last page: "Peticha L'Tinokim…".
[6], 5-241, [4] leaves. Approximately 28 cm. Fair condition. Major wear and stains, worming and mildew. Several leaves with tears affecting text. Folk binding, with leather spine.
Yemenite Jewry - Manuscripts and Documents
Yemenite Jewry - Manuscripts and Documents