Auction 048 Rebbes of Satmar, Sighet and Bobov - Books, Objects, Letters and Manuscripts, Broadsides and Printed Items
"Sefer HaZichronot 5713", notebook of kvittelach presented to Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar, listing the names of his Chassidim to be blessed for a good year. [Brooklyn NY, 1952].
The notebook was presumably arranged and written by one of the rebbe's attendants, for the rebbe to have before him during the High Holiday prayers. Heading on the first page: "Sefer HaZichronot 5713", followed by over a thousand names of the rebbe's Chassidim, their wives and children (first name and mother's name). The names are arranged by family; with a blessing for a good inscription and sealing near each family. Some of the names also have requests for additional blessings, such as having children, finding a place to settle. Inscribed on three paper labels on the original binding: "Yaaleh Zichronenu LeTovah" (May our remembrance arise for the good).
The names include some of the rebbe's prominent and close Chassidim: R. Menachem Mendel Rubin (son of Rebbe Meir Yosef Rubin of Kerestir), R. Chaim Yechiel Rubin (son of Rebbe Yissachar Berish Rubin of Dombrova-Berlin), Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Landau Rabbi of Veretzky and Nitra, R. Yoel Tzvi Roth Rabbi of Tiszaszalka, R. Yisrael Chaim Menashe Friedman head of the Khal Yetev Lev DeSatmar Beit Din, his brother R. Yaakov Steinmetz, and many others.
[48] handwritten pages (notebook numbered from left to right: 156 pages. The pages are written from right to left, on one side of the page only, on the endpaper and on pp. 156-64. Pp. 1-63 remain blank). 30 cm. Good condition. Stains and minor wear. Inscriptions on paper labels on binding. Cloth binding with leather corners, new leather spine (with gilt lettering: "Yaaleh Zichronenu LeTovah 5713").
The Divrei Yoel, Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar (1887-1979) was the youngest son of Rebbe Chananya Yom Tov Lipa, the Kedushat Yom Tov (1836-1904), and grandson of Rebbe Yekutiel Yehuda, the Yitav Lev (1808-1883), who both served as rabbis of Sighet (Sighetu Marmației) and were leaders of Chassidic Jewry in the Maramureș region.
He was renowned from his youth as a leading Torah scholar of his generation, for his perspicacity and intellectual capacities, as well as for his holiness and outstanding purity. At a young age, he was appointed rabbi of Irshava. In 1925, he was appointed rabbi of Karoly (Carei; in place of R. Shaul Brach who went to serve as rabbi of Kashoi), and in 1934, of Satmar (Satu Mare). In all the places he served as rabbi, he also maintained a large yeshiva and Chassidic court. He stood at the helm of the faithful, uncompromising Orthodox Jewry in the Maramureș region. He was one of the founding pillars of the Torah world in the generation following the Holocaust. After surviving the Holocaust, he emigrated to the United States, where he established the Satmar Chassidic community. He served as president of the Eda HaCharedit in Jerusalem, and as leader of Orthodox Jewry in the United States and throughout the world. His writings were published in dozens of books: VaYoel Moshe, Responsa Divrei Yoel, Divrei Yoel on the Torah and more.
Shofar used by Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar. In 1978, the rebbe gifted it to his confidant, R. Alexander Sender Deutsch, Rosh HaKahal of the Satmar community.
Letter of authenticity enclosed (handwritten note, in Hebrew), signed by his son R. Yudel Deutsch: "This shofar belonged to the rebbe of Satmar, and was gifted to my father in 1978. Yudel Deutsch".
Letter of authenticity signed by R. Leib Friedman enclosed: "Shofar used by the rebbe of Satmar. In 1978, a year before his passing, the rebbe gave it as a gift to R. Alexander Sender Deutsch. I received this shofar from his son R. Yudel Deutsch" (Hebrew).
R. Alexander Sender Deutsch (1922-1998), confidant and assistant of Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar; Rosh HaKahal of the Yetev Lev DeSatmar community and chief editor of the Satmar organ, Der Yid. His son R. Yudel, who received the present shofar from him, is one of the prominent communal workers in Satmar.
Approx. 31 cm. Good condition.
The Holiness of Items of Tzaddikim - In the Teachings of Rebbe Yoel of Satmar
In his writings, Rebbe Yoel of Satmar repeatedly relates to the holiness contained in the possessions of a Tzaddik; and conversely to the prohibition of benefitting from the money of the wicked, warning not to accept funding from the Zionist state and the like.
In several places in his book Divrei Yoel on the Torah, the Rebbe describes the tremendous virtue of the belongings of the Tzaddik, which have the power to endow holiness for generations, since the "sparks of holiness" endure in them. Based on this concept, the Rebbe explains Yosef's influence on the Egyptians, who were sustained from his produce during the famine and drew from it "spiritual vibrancy": "…the property of Tzaddikim has the power to impart spiritual vibrancy…" (Divrei Yoel, Shemot, p. 33). Regarding the "aspect of holiness" contained in the belongings of Tzaddikim from "the root of their soul", he writes: "The possessions of Tzaddikim are precious to them… since they contain an aspect of the root of their soul… as they are particular not to steal…" (Divrei Yoel, Vayetze, p. 92).
Complete set of Arba Minim (four species) and Hoshanot used by Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum on Sukkot.
Lulav, hadassim and aravot – placed in a koishikel (woven palm-leaf holder); etrog; and aravot from the Hoshanot of Hoshana Rabba.
Letter of authenticity signed by R. Leib Friedman enclosed: "Arba Minim (lulav, hadassim and aravot with the holder) used by the rebbe of Satmar. Additionally enclosed are rebbe's aravot from Hoshana Rabba. I received the Arba Minim and Hoshanot from the rebbe's attendant R. Yosel Ashkenazi" (Hebrew).
R. Efraim Yosef Dov son of R. Meshulam Shraga Feivish Ashkenazi (R. Yosel; 1911-2002), attendant and confidant of the rebbe of Satmar for close to sixty years, and his close assistant on all communal matters.
Arba Minim and Hoshanot, dry and brittle, placed in plastic case. Hadassim and aravot leaves disintegrated.
The Holiness of Items of Tzaddikim - In the Teachings of Rebbe Yoel of Satmar
In his writings, Rebbe Yoel of Satmar repeatedly relates to the holiness contained in the possessions of a Tzaddik; and conversely to the prohibition of benefitting from the money of the wicked, warning not to accept funding from the Zionist state and the like.
In several places in his book Divrei Yoel on the Torah, the Rebbe describes the tremendous virtue of the belongings of the Tzaddik, which have the power to endow holiness for generations, since the "sparks of holiness" endure in them. Based on this concept, the Rebbe explains Yosef's influence on the Egyptians, who were sustained from his produce during the famine and drew from it "spiritual vibrancy": "…the property of Tzaddikim has the power to impart spiritual vibrancy…" (Divrei Yoel, Shemot, p. 33). Regarding the "aspect of holiness" contained in the belongings of Tzaddikim from "the root of their soul", he writes: "The possessions of Tzaddikim are precious to them… since they contain an aspect of the root of their soul… as they are particular not to steal…" (Divrei Yoel, Vayetze, p. 92).
Small goblet used by Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar for drinking LeChaim. Silver (835); marked – Germany, late 19th or early 20th century. Decorated with vegetal motifs.
Segulah for livelihood – the Holy Name "פאי" is engraved at the foot of the goblet.
Letter of authenticity signed by R. Leib Friedman enclosed: "Silver goblet used by the rebbe of Satmar. The goblet was passed on to Rebbe Elimelech Paneth of Deyzh. I received the goblet from Rebbe Elimelech Paneth of Deyzh" (Hebrew).
Rebbe Elimelech Alter Paneth of Deyzh-Boro Park (1929-2005), rabbi of Khal Zichron Yosef, Brooklyn NY. Grandson of Rebbe Yechezkel Paneth, the Knesset Yechezkel.
Approx. 4.5X3.5 cm. Good condition. Minor bends and defects. Hebrew inscription: ""פאי.
The Holiness of Items of Tzaddikim - In the Teachings of Rebbe Yoel of Satmar
In his writings, Rebbe Yoel of Satmar repeatedly relates to the holiness contained in the possessions of a Tzaddik; and conversely to the prohibition of benefitting from the money of the wicked, warning not to accept funding from the Zionist state and the like.
In several places in his book Divrei Yoel on the Torah, the Rebbe describes the tremendous virtue of the belongings of the Tzaddik, which have the power to endow holiness for generations, since the "sparks of holiness" endure in them. Based on this concept, the Rebbe explains Yosef's influence on the Egyptians, who were sustained from his produce during the famine and drew from it "spiritual vibrancy": "…the property of Tzaddikim has the power to impart spiritual vibrancy…" (Divrei Yoel, Shemot, p. 33). Regarding the "aspect of holiness" contained in the belongings of Tzaddikim from "the root of their soul", he writes: "The possessions of Tzaddikim are precious to them… since they contain an aspect of the root of their soul… as they are particular not to steal…" (Divrei Yoel, Vayetze, p. 92).
Cane used by Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar.
Wood; broken and incomplete silver handle (as mentioned in the enclosed letter, the silver handle was removed and made into a kiddush goblet).
Letter of authenticity signed by R. Leib Friedman enclosed: "Cane used by the rebbe of Satmar. The silver handle was removed and made into a kiddush goblet. I received the cane from the rebbe's attendant, R. Yosel Ashkenazi".
R. Efraim Yosef Dov son of R. Meshulam Shraga Feivish Ashkenazi (R. Yosel; 1911-2002), attendant and confidant of the rebbe of Satmar for close to sixty years, and his close assistant on all communal matters.
Length: 90 cm. Good condition. Abrasions to paint. Wear and small crack to foot of cane. Silver handle mostly lacking.
The Holiness of Items of Tzaddikim - In the Teachings of Rebbe Yoel of Satmar
In his writings, Rebbe Yoel of Satmar repeatedly relates to the holiness contained in the possessions of a Tzaddik; and conversely to the prohibition of benefitting from the money of the wicked, warning not to accept funding from the Zionist state and the like.
In several places in his book Divrei Yoel on the Torah, the Rebbe describes the tremendous virtue of the belongings of the Tzaddik, which have the power to endow holiness for generations, since the "sparks of holiness" endure in them. Based on this concept, the Rebbe explains Yosef's influence on the Egyptians, who were sustained from his produce during the famine and drew from it "spiritual vibrancy": "…the property of Tzaddikim has the power to impart spiritual vibrancy…" (Divrei Yoel, Shemot, p. 33). Regarding the "aspect of holiness" contained in the belongings of Tzaddikim from "the root of their soul", he writes: "The possessions of Tzaddikim are precious to them… since they contain an aspect of the root of their soul… as they are particular not to steal…" (Divrei Yoel, Vayetze, p. 92).
Pocket watch of Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar.
Mathey-Tissot ("Grand Prix") watch, 18-carat gold (marked). Switzerland, 20th century.
Open face (with crystal cover). Winding crown and suspension ring, with gold chain (14-carat). Placed in a blue velvet case.
On the back of the watch, engraved floral ornament, surrounded by an engraved dedication: "Zalman Glick, 11th Elul 1984".
Letter of authenticity signed by R. Leib Friedman enclosed: "Pocket watch used by the rebbe of Satmar. The watch was passed on to his attendant R. Meir Deutsch, who gave it as a gift to his son-in-law R. Zalman Glick. I received the watch from R. Zalman Glick" (Hebrew).
R. Meir son of R. Mordechai Leib Deutsch was the gabbai and attendant of the rebbe of Satmar for many years. After the rebbe's passing, he led the Bnei Yoel community in the rebbetzin's home in Kiryat Yoel, Monroe.
Diameter of watch: 6.5 cm. Case: 9X7cm. Good condition. Mechanism in working order. Minor crack to crystal cover.
The Holiness of Items of Tzaddikim - In the Teachings of Rebbe Yoel of Satmar
In his writings, Rebbe Yoel of Satmar repeatedly relates to the holiness contained in the possessions of a Tzaddik; and conversely to the prohibition of benefitting from the money of the wicked, warning not to accept funding from the Zionist state and the like.
In several places in his book Divrei Yoel on the Torah, the Rebbe describes the tremendous virtue of the belongings of the Tzaddik, which have the power to endow holiness for generations, since the "sparks of holiness" endure in them. Based on this concept, the Rebbe explains Yosef's influence on the Egyptians, who were sustained from his produce during the famine and drew from it "spiritual vibrancy": "…the property of Tzaddikim has the power to impart spiritual vibrancy…" (Divrei Yoel, Shemot, p. 33). Regarding the "aspect of holiness" contained in the belongings of Tzaddikim from "the root of their soul", he writes: "The possessions of Tzaddikim are precious to them… since they contain an aspect of the root of their soul… as they are particular not to steal…" (Divrei Yoel, Vayetze, p. 92).
Handkerchief used by Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar.
White handkerchief, with blue border; the letters J.T. (the rebbe's initials) are embroidered in the lower-right corner.
Letter of authenticity signed by R. Leib Friedman enclosed: "Handkerchief used by the rebbe of Satmar. The rebbe's initials – "JT" are embroidered in the corner. The handkerchief was passed on to the rebbe's attendant R. Meir Deutsch, who gave it as a gift to his son-in-law R. Zalman Glick. I received the handkerchief from R. Zalman Glick" (Hebrew).
R. Meir son of R. Mordechai Leib Deutsch was the gabbai and attendant of the rebbe of Satmar for many years. After the rebbe's passing, he led the Bnei Yoel community in the rebbetzin's home in Kiryat Yoel, Monroe.
Handkerchief: approx. 49X46 cm. Good condition. Stains and minor wear.
The Holiness of Items of Tzaddikim - In the Teachings of Rebbe Yoel of Satmar
In his writings, Rebbe Yoel of Satmar repeatedly relates to the holiness contained in the possessions of a Tzaddik; and conversely to the prohibition of benefitting from the money of the wicked, warning not to accept funding from the Zionist state and the like.
In several places in his book Divrei Yoel on the Torah, the Rebbe describes the tremendous virtue of the belongings of the Tzaddik, which have the power to endow holiness for generations, since the "sparks of holiness" endure in them. Based on this concept, the Rebbe explains Yosef's influence on the Egyptians, who were sustained from his produce during the famine and drew from it "spiritual vibrancy": "…the property of Tzaddikim has the power to impart spiritual vibrancy…" (Divrei Yoel, Shemot, p. 33). Regarding the "aspect of holiness" contained in the belongings of Tzaddikim from "the root of their soul", he writes: "The possessions of Tzaddikim are precious to them… since they contain an aspect of the root of their soul… as they are particular not to steal…" (Divrei Yoel, Vayetze, p. 92).
Five coins and three kippot handed out by Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar and his wife Rebbetzin Alta Feiga to students of the Satmar boys' schools in Eretz Israel. [Presumably during the visit of the rebbe and rebbetzin to Eretz Israel in 1955].
Five 50-prutah Israeli pound coins – four minted in 1949 and one in 1954; three black kippot, with embroidered inscription in yellow thread.
35 years after the visit [in ca. 1990], the principal of the Satmar institutions R. Chaim Eliyahu Sternberg sent these coins and kippot to Rebbetzin Alta Feiga, the rebbe's widow – as a souvenir of the visit the rebbe paid to his institutions in Eretz Israel. The rebbetzin later gave the coins and kippot to R. Meir Spitz (son-in-law of R. Yosel Ashkenazi, the rebbe's attendant).
Letter handwritten and signed by R. Sternberg enclosed (Yiddish): "To the rebbetzin, enclosed are five Lirot [=5 50-prutah coins], from the hundreds of coins blessed and distributed by the rebbe of Satmar to the children in 18 boys' schools in Eretz Israel 35 years ago, and 3 kippot which the rebbetzin handed out 35 years ago to the children in the Satmar boys' schools – Chaim Eli. son of Chanah Gittel Sternberg".
Letter of authenticity signed by R. Leib Friedman enclosed: "Five coins blessed by the rebbe of Satmar on one of his visits to Eretz Israel and handed out to the children in the Satmar boys' schools. Enclosed are three kippot handed out by his wife Rebbetzin Alta Feiga on that occasion to the children in the Satmar boys' schools in Eretz Israel. The kippot and coins were passed on to R. Meir Spitz (son-in-law of R. Yosel Ashkenazi, attendant of the rebbe of Satmar). I received the kippot and coins from R. Meir Spitz" (Hebrew).
R. Chaim Eliyahu Sternberg (1910-1994), prominent Chassid of Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar, and his representative in Eretz Israel. He founded a network of 18 boys' schools throughout the country, as well as other Satmar institutions.
Coins and kippot in overall good condition. Minor stains to coins; tears and minor wear to kippot. Letter from R. Sternberg in fair condition. Stains, creases and wear, mounted on tin foil for reinforcement.
Enclosed: various letters of authenticity and other material.
Three coins blessed by Rebbe Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar; the coins were passed on to his attendant R. Meir Deutsch, who gifted them to his son-in-law R. Zalman Glick.
Letter of authenticity signed by R. Leib Friedman enclosed: "Three coins (2 quarter dollars minted in 1942/1945; Palestine 50-mil coin minted in 1927) blessed by the rebbe of Satmar, given by his attendant R. Meir Deutsch as a gift to his son-in-law R. Zalman Glick. I received the coins from R. Zalman Glick" (Hebrew).
R. Meir son of R. Mordechai Leib Deutsch was the gabbai and attendant of the rebbe of Satmar for many years. After the rebbe's passing, he led the Bnei Yoel community in the rebbetzin's home in Kiryat Yoel, Monroe.
3 coins. Diameter: approx. 2.5 cm. Good condition. Stains.