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![Bat Ayin on the Torah, by Rebbe Avraham Dov of Ovruch. Jerusalem: R. Yisrael Bak, [1847]. First edition. This book is a class](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale85/120.jpg "Bat Ayin (Ovruch) – First Edition – Jerusalem, 1847")
Bat Ayin on the Torah, by Rebbe Avraham Dov of Ovruch. Jerusalem: R. Yisrael Bak, [1847]. First edition.
This book is a classic text of Chassidic thought and contains the holiness of Eretz Israel. It was written by the disciples of the author, but it was carefully edited by Rebbe Avraham Dov after Rebbe Mordechai of Chernobyl instructed him to print it. The first edition of the book was printed specifically in Eretz Israel and not in the Diaspora, following the instructions of Rebbe Yisrael of Ruzhin.
In his approbation to the 1869 edition, Rebbe Aharon of Chernobyl blesses anyone who buys the book at full price with success in all their dealings.
Signature on final leaf of Shlomo of Letichev (near his name in list of donors).
[2], 125, [1] leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including dark stain to final leaf. Worming affecting text (extensive worming to first and final leaves), repaired in part with paper. Tears, including marginal open tear to one leaf, repaired with paper. Several places reinforced with paper. Leaves trimmed with damage to text in one place. Stamps and handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding.
Including final leaf with list of subscribers from Eretz Israel, not present in some copies. This leaf serves as historical documentation of the members of the Chassidic settlement in Jerusalem, Safed, Tiberias and Hebron in the mid-19th century.
Sh. HaLevi, no. 38; Stefansky Chassidut, no. 103.
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Pri Kodesh Hilulim, introduction and commentary to the book Pri Etz Chaim on the prayer kavanot, by Rebbe Tzvi Hirsh of Zidichov – "Sar Beit HaZohar". Lviv, [1833]. False imprint: Jides [Yehudit] Rosanes, 1802.
The actual year of printing is hinted to in the closing note of the publisher at the end of the book, where two chronograms each indicate the year 5593 (=1833). This type of falsification was common in Chassidic books printed in Galicia at that time, due to censorship restrictions and the persecution of Chassidim by the Haskalah movement (A. Yaari lists 16 books with similar false imprints).
Rebbe Tzvi Hirsh Eichenstein, the Ateret Tzvi of Zidichov (1763-1831), was known by the name "Sar Beit HaZohar" due to his exceptional knowledge of kabbalah. From a young age, he was renowned as an outstanding genius whose knowledge encompassed all facets of the Torah.
[1], 21; 15, [1] leaves. Approx. 22 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains (including dark stains; wax stains to one leaf, slightly affecting text). Tears and worming to several leaves, affecting text. Slight damage to text on some leaves, due to binding. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 483.
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Ateret Tzvi, commentary on the Zohar, by Rebbe Tzvi Hirsh of Zidichov – the "Sar Beit HaZohar". Part I on Bereshit and Part II on Shemot. [Lviv, 1834-1841?]. First edition.
Two parts in Two volumes.
Rebbe Tzvi Hirsh Eichenstein, the Ateret Tzvi of Zidichov (1763-1831), was known as the "Sar Beit HaZohar" due to his exceptional knowledge of kabbalah. A glimpse of his profound kabbalistic knowledge is revealed in his book Ateret Tzvi on the Zohar.
Two volumes. Vol. I (Bereshit): [1], 75, 78-83, 85-86, 89-90, 93-152 leaves. Lacking 6 leaves (76-77, 87-88, 91-92). Vol. II (Shemot): [1], 54 leaves. Approx. 23 cm. Vol. II printed on greenish paper. Overall fair-good condition. Stains, including dampstains (significant dampstains in vol. II). Traces of past dampness and mold stains in vol. I. Worming to vol. I, affecting text. Abrasions on title page of vol. I. Stamps and handwritten inscriptions. New leather bindings.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 460.
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![Daat Kedoshim, Kabbalah and Chassidut, by Rebbe Yehuda Zvi [Eichenstein] rabbi of Rozdil. Lviv, 1848. First edition. On title](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale85/123_1.jpg "Daat Kedoshim (Rozdil) – Lviv, 1848 – First Edition – Signature of Reb")
![Daat Kedoshim, Kabbalah and Chassidut, by Rebbe Yehuda Zvi [Eichenstein] rabbi of Rozdil. Lviv, 1848. First edition. On title](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale85/123_2.jpg "Daat Kedoshim (Rozdil) – Lviv, 1848 – First Edition – Signature of Reb")
Daat Kedoshim, Kabbalah and Chassidut, by Rebbe Yehuda Zvi [Eichenstein] rabbi of Rozdil. Lviv, 1848. First edition.
On title page, ownership inscription signed by Rebbe Avraham Mordechai Safrin of Boryslav-Komarno. Ownership inscriptions on many leaves: "Belongs to the Beit Midrash of Redem [Radymno]".
Dozens of long kabbalistic glosses. The writer mentions leading Chassidic masters, including "Mohariak" (probably R. Yitzchak Eizik of Komarno). The glosses may have been written by R. Chaim Yaakov Dominitz of Redem, rabbi of Neustadt (near Przemyśl), one of the primary disciples of the Divrei Chaim of Sanz.
The author, Rebbe Yehuda Tzvi Eichenstein (1791-1847) was a prominent rebbe of the Zidichov dynasty. The book was published by Rebbe Yechezkel Shraga Halberstam of Shinova, son-in-law of the author.
Rebbe Avraham Mordechai Safrin of Boryslav (1859-1942; perished in the Holocaust), son of Rebbe Eliezer Tzvi Safrin of Komarno and son-in-law of R. Chaim Yaakov Dominitz of Redem. Served as rebbe from 1898.
[2], 77 leaves. 25 cm. Fair-good condition. Many stains, including dampstains. Wear and creases. Worming (extensive in several places), affecting text and glosses. Abrasion to final leaf, affecting text, with loss. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 133.
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Midrash Rabba, with the Matnot Kehunah commentary and Perush Maharya – a kabbalistic and Chassidic commentary by Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Eichenstein of Zidichov. Lviv, 1874-1875. First edition. Four volumes.
The sons of the author write in their foreword that although publishing the author's commentary on the Torah portions would appear to take precedence, they are first publishing his commentary on the Midrash, in accordance with his will.
Copy of Rebbe Tzvi Hirsh Shapiro, the Darchei Teshuvah of Munkacs (1845-1914), with his stamps on the title pages and other leaves.
Four volumes. Vol. I: [3], 136 leaves. Lacking leaf [4] with continuation of foreword. Vol. II: [2], 67; 54, [1] leaves. Vol. III: [1], 91; 26 leaves. Lacking first title page (not listed in Bibliography of Hebrew Book; appears in some copies). Vol. IV: [2], 136 leaves. 33.5 cm. Overall good-fair condition. Stains. Open tears to title page and other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Worming affecting text, repaired with paper. Leaves trimmed close to text, with damage to headings and text. New bindings.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 336.
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Torat Kohanim with the Asirit HaEifah commentary, by Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin, rabbi of Zidichov (Zhydachiv) and Komarno, author of Heichal HaBerachah. Lviv, 1848. First edition.
Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin Rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno (1806-1874), a G-dly kabbalist and leading transmitter of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. His books, in particular the Heichal HaBerachah commentary, are considered classic Chassidic works cherished by prominent Chassidic leaders.
[2], 158 leaves [i.e. 157; misfoliated]. Leaf 54 appears twice; one copy with printing error (text on one side from a different part of the book). 37 cm. Good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Stamps. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 656.
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Set of Five Books of the Torah, with Targum Onkelos and various commentaries, and with the Heichal HaBerachah and Otzar HaChaim commentaries, by Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin, rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno. Lviv: Pessel Balaban, [1864-1874]. First edition printed in the lifetime of the author, over the course of approximately ten years. Five volumes.
This book contains two original works by the author: The Heichal HaBerachah commentary – commentary based on Kabbalistic and Chassidic teachings regarding Masorah, exact spelling of words and spacing between sections; and the Otzar HaChaim commentary on the 613 mitzvot as found in the Torah portions, Kabbalistic and Chassidic commentary explaining which mitzvah is alluded to in each letter of the Ten Commandments. Both compositions are based on the principles of the Arizal and Baal Shem Tov.
The Heichal HaBerachah chumashim by R. Yitzchak Eizik of Komarno are classic works of Kabbalistic and Chassidic thought, favored by rebbes of all circles.
The author describes in a letter the segulah qualities of the book, promising "…I am confident that anyone who has our Chumash in his home will be spared from any misfortune and harm, illness and want, and his home will be filled with G-d's blessing and all good, success, wealth and longevity for him and his offspring… children, life and sustenance, benevolence and mercy, favorable judgement, for a long life".
Incomplete copies (apart from Vayikra vol.). Five volumes. Bereshit: 12-283, [7] leaves. Lacking first 13 leaves, and two leaves (leaves [7]-[8]) of [9] final leaves. Leaves 171-174 bound out of sequence. Shemot vol. (with Megillat Esther): 4-320, [39] leaves. Lacking first five leaves and [7] leaves preceding final leaf of Megillat Esther. Vayikra vol. (with Shir HaShirim): [2], 300, [11]; [4], 15-62 leaves. Bamidbar vol. (with Megillat Ruth): [1], 225, [15] leaves. [1] leaf at beginning of vol. comprises author's preface and approbation by R. Yitzchak Eizik of Zidichov. Lacking first three leaves. Devarim vol. (with Kohelet and Eichah): 211, [1], 26 leaves. Lacking first four leaves. Approx. 26-27 cm. Condition varies, good-fair to fair. Stains, including dampstains. Minor wear to some leaves. Worming affecting text (extensive worming to vol. V). Tears, including open tears affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Title page of Vayikra vol. and other leaves reinforced with paper. Stamps and handwritten inscriptions. New bindings.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 218.
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Six Orders of the Mishnah, with the commentaries of R. Ovadia of Bartenura and Tosafot Yom Tov, and with the Maaseh Oreg, Pnei Zaken and Atzei Eden commentaries, by Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin, rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno. Lviv, 1862. First edition, second issue. Special title page for order Kodashim, printed in black, gold and copper-red.
The author, Rebbe Yitzchak Eizik Yehuda Yechiel Safrin Rabbi of Zidichov and Komarno (1806-1874), a G-dly kabbalist and leading transmitter of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov. His books, in particular the Heichal HaBerachah commentary, are considered classic Chassidic works cherished by prominent Chassidic leaders.
Ownership inscription of R. Yichye Sa'id HaLevi on verso of title page of order Nashim. Handwritten dedication on title page of order Nezikin.
6 volumes. Zera'im: [5], 97, 26, 92 [1] leaves; Mo'ed: [1], 59, 61-142, [1] leaves. Nashim: [1], 129, [1] leaves. Nezikin: [1], 4, 7-14, 17-184 leaves. Kodashim: [1], 94, 43 leaves. Taharot: [1], 296 leaves. 26.5-28.5 cm. Overall fair condition. Stains, including dampstains and wax stains; many stains to some leaves. Mildew to the final leaves of Moed. Worming affecting text. Open tears to many leaves, including most of the title pages, affecting the borders and the text, some repaired with paper. Open tears to (approx.) first 15 leaves of vol. Kodashim, affecting text. Many tears to first and final leaves of vol. Moed (large open tear to final leaf). Some leaves trimmed with damage to headings and text. Stamps and handwritten inscriptions. New bindings.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 367.
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Tefillah LeMoshe, Chassidic homiletics on the Torah portions, by Rebbe Moshe Eichenstein of Sambor. Lviv, 1856. First edition.
The author, Rebbe Moshe of Sambor (1765-1840), was the disciple of the Chozeh of Lublin, the Maggid of Kozhnitz, and other prominent Chassidic leaders.
[5], 33 leaves. 23 cm. Printed partially on bluish paper. Good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Stamps. Handwritten inscriptions on back endpaper. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 638.
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Chessed LeAvraham, profound kabbalistic and Chassidic essays on the Torah portions and various topics, by R. Avraham HaMalach (only son of the Maggid of Mezeritch), with additional selections by R. Avraham of Kalisk and other Chassidic leaders. Czernowitz, [1851]. First edition. With approbations by Rebbe Yisrael of Ruzhin and his sons.
In his approbation, Rebbe Yisrael of Ruzhin describes how during his imprisonment, he lost the manuscript of his grandfather R. Avraham HaMalach. Fortunately, R. Chaim HaLevi of Berditchev succeeded in obtaining a transcript of the manuscript and brought it to print.
A commentary on the Ten Sefirot was printed at the end of the book under the name of the rabbi of Berditchev. It is however actually an essay by R. Shneur Zalman of Liadi, printed in the Tanya.
[2], 40 leaves. 23.5 cm. Wide lower margins. Fair-good condition. Stains and wear. Open tears to title page, repaired with paper; tears to other leaves, including tear to leaf 2, affecting text. Stamps and handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 226.
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![Igeret HaKodesh, by Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi, the Baal HaTanya. [Zhovkva, 1850?]. False imprint on title page for Sulzbac](https://files.kedem-auctions.com/files/Sale85/130.jpg "Igeret HaKodesh – Zhovkva, 1850 – False Imprint")
Igeret HaKodesh, by Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi, the Baal HaTanya. [Zhovkva, 1850?].
False imprint on title page for Sulzbach 1787.
32 leaves. 17.5 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Tears and minor worming. Stamps. Velvet binding.
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Responsa Mayim Chaim, two parts, by R. Chaim HaKohen Rappaport Rabbi of Ostroh. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the rabbi of Slavita, 1857. First edition.
In part I, section 27, there is a letter from Mezhibuzh signed by several prominent members of the community, including: "Yisrael B.Sh. [Baal Shem] of Tłuste [Tovste]" – the Baal Shem Tov.
Signature and ownership inscriptions of R. Moshe Chanoch HaKohen Novoseller of Cherny Ostrov (on leaf 4 of part I and title page of Otzrot Chaim section). Two trimmed glosses.
84; 151 pages. 32.5 cm. Two title pages for each part, and additional title page for the Otzrot Chaim section (5 title pages in total). Leaf 3 erroneously bound after leaf 4. First title page printed in red and black. Good-fair condition. Stains, mostly minor, apart from large dampstains to approx. five final leaves. Marginal creases and minor tears to final leaves. Stamp and handwritten inscriptions. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 341.
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