First, Second and third editions of the book Drashot HaTorah by Rabbi Shem Tov Ebn Shem Tov.
1. Drashot HaTorah by the divine scholar Rabbi Shem Tov Ebn Shem Tov. Sermons according to the Torah Parshiot and “Sermons of Repentance” for the High Holy Days. Salonika, (1525). First edition. Printed with title on first page and without a title page. (Ancient unclear signature).
83 leaves (7 leaves missing from end of book and replaced with photocopy). Poor condition, most pages damaged, much missing text. (Restored with semi-professional paper pasting). New binding.
2. Drashot HaTorah by the divine scholar Rabbi Shem Tov Ebn Shem Tov. Venice, [1547]. Ownership inscription in oriental handwriting on title page.
81 leaves, 29.5 cm. Good condition. Stains. New binding with parchment spine.
3. Tov Shem Mishemen Tov, book of sermons on the Torah by the learned… Rabbi Shem Tov Ebn Shem Tov. Padua (Italy), (1567). Third edition. (Owner signature upon title page “Yom Tov Lipman Zvi HaLevi Hominer”. Polish censorship stamps). Printed according to Venice 1547 edition, however the 1547 edition was printed in Rashi letters and this edition in square letters.
81 leaves, 29 cm. Good-fair condition, stains and signs of wear, title page somewhat damaged (antiquely restored). New binding with parchment spine.
From Dr. Israel Mehlman’s private collection.