Auction 11 - Israeli History and Culture

Bible Translated into German – Ludwig Philippson, Mid 19th Century

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Mikrah Torah Nevi'im U-Ketuvim, Die Israelitische Bibel. Bible translated and published by D. Ludwig Philippson, Leipzig, 1841-1849. Four volumes.
German translation of the Bible, by Dr. Yehudah Ludwig Philippson (1811-1889), reform rabbi, founder and editor of a Jewish paper, translator of the bible into German, writer of religious philosophy books and historical novels. Many engraving prints. Hebrew and German.
First volume – Torah, 1000 pages; Second volume – Nevi'im Rishonim, 704 pages; Third volume – Nevi'im Achronim, 1560 pages; Fourth volume – Ketuvim, 632 pages.
25 cm, good condition. Many foxing, moisture marks. Bindings somewhat worn, colorful page-cutting.
Central European Jewry
Central European Jewry