Auction 33 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
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Auction 33 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
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Title page for Sefer Vayikra, from commentary Rabbeinu Behaye. Pesaro, 1507, Gershom Soncino Printing Press.
Signature at beginning of leaf: “Yisrael son of Rabbi Moshe Najara” – holy signature of Kabbalist and poet Rabbi Yisrael Najara (1555-1625, Otzar HaRabbanim 11998), among Torah scholars of Safed during period of the Ari. Composed many holy poems (some of which were printed during his lifetime in his book Zmirot Israel, Safed 1587). The Chida [Rabbi Chaim Yosef David Azulai] writes in name of the Ari who stated that “his songs bear significance in Heaven”. His famous song “Ka Ribon Olam Ve’Olmaya” was accepted throughout the Diaspora and is traditionally sung at Shabbat meals. Towards end of his lifetime settled in Gaza and was appointed as rabbi and teacher. His halachic responses were printed in Maharitatz [Rabbi Yom Tov Tzahalon] Responsa.
26 cm. leaf. Good condition. Stains. Tears on margins.
Attached, authorization of expert, identifying signature.
Signature at beginning of leaf: “Yisrael son of Rabbi Moshe Najara” – holy signature of Kabbalist and poet Rabbi Yisrael Najara (1555-1625, Otzar HaRabbanim 11998), among Torah scholars of Safed during period of the Ari. Composed many holy poems (some of which were printed during his lifetime in his book Zmirot Israel, Safed 1587). The Chida [Rabbi Chaim Yosef David Azulai] writes in name of the Ari who stated that “his songs bear significance in Heaven”. His famous song “Ka Ribon Olam Ve’Olmaya” was accepted throughout the Diaspora and is traditionally sung at Shabbat meals. Towards end of his lifetime settled in Gaza and was appointed as rabbi and teacher. His halachic responses were printed in Maharitatz [Rabbi Yom Tov Tzahalon] Responsa.
26 cm. leaf. Good condition. Stains. Tears on margins.
Attached, authorization of expert, identifying signature.
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August 28, 2013
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Sefer Kreti U’Pleti, exegesis and Chidushim on Shulchan Aruch Yoreh De’ah [with text], section 1 [chapters 1-111]. Rabbi Yonatan Eibeshitz. Altona, [1763]. First edition.
This copy belonged to Rabbi Gershon Chayut Av Beit Din of Nikolsburg and state, as noted in lengthy interesting inscription at beginning of title page: “This is one of the books of the deceased Ga’on Rabbi Gershon Chayut who was rabbi of our community and the state; since the rabbi departed from the world without offspring he dedicated all his books to the old synagogue [!] and new synagogue in order that they be studied from and serve as a source of merit for his soul… “. Below inscription: “His soul has departed in holiness on Friday, Shushan Purim 1789”. Few handwritten glosses, partially cut off.
Rabbi Gershon Chayut (Otzar HaRabbanim 4410), among Torah geniuses of his generation, famous righteous Kabbalist. Rabbi in Hotziplatze [from where he publicly supported Rabbi Yonatan Eibeshitz, author of this book, in the polemic with Rabbi Ya’akov Emden]. Between 1770-1778 served as rabbi in Mattersdorf and following the demise of Rabbi Shmuel [Shmelke] Horowitz of Nikolsburg, was summoned to succeed him as Av Beit Din of Nikolsburg and as rabbi of state of Moravia. Passed away on Shushan Purim 1789 and was succeeded by the Maharam Benet who was member of his Beit Din.
[2], 34 [instead of: 35], 165 leaves (missing leaf following title page). 28 cm. Fair condition. Stains and wear. Moth stains. Tears on leaf margins, with some missing text. Title page detached and torn. Missing binding.
This copy belonged to Rabbi Gershon Chayut Av Beit Din of Nikolsburg and state, as noted in lengthy interesting inscription at beginning of title page: “This is one of the books of the deceased Ga’on Rabbi Gershon Chayut who was rabbi of our community and the state; since the rabbi departed from the world without offspring he dedicated all his books to the old synagogue [!] and new synagogue in order that they be studied from and serve as a source of merit for his soul… “. Below inscription: “His soul has departed in holiness on Friday, Shushan Purim 1789”. Few handwritten glosses, partially cut off.
Rabbi Gershon Chayut (Otzar HaRabbanim 4410), among Torah geniuses of his generation, famous righteous Kabbalist. Rabbi in Hotziplatze [from where he publicly supported Rabbi Yonatan Eibeshitz, author of this book, in the polemic with Rabbi Ya’akov Emden]. Between 1770-1778 served as rabbi in Mattersdorf and following the demise of Rabbi Shmuel [Shmelke] Horowitz of Nikolsburg, was summoned to succeed him as Av Beit Din of Nikolsburg and as rabbi of state of Moravia. Passed away on Shushan Purim 1789 and was succeeded by the Maharam Benet who was member of his Beit Din.
[2], 34 [instead of: 35], 165 leaves (missing leaf following title page). 28 cm. Fair condition. Stains and wear. Moth stains. Tears on leaf margins, with some missing text. Title page detached and torn. Missing binding.
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Auction 33 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
August 28, 2013
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Shev Ya’akov Responsa, two sections. Rabbi Ya’akov Poprosh [Av Beit Din of Frankfurt]. Frankfurt am Main, [1742].
On title page; “Gift from G-d, Mordechai Benet” – holy signature of Ga’on Rabbi Mordechai [Maharam] Benet (1753-1829), Av Beit Din of Nikolsburg and chief rabbi of Moravia. Many leading Torah giants were disciples of his who adhered to his instructions; the Chatam Sofer referred to him as “Rabban Shel Israel” [rabbi of Jewish nation”]. [Additional signature: “Belongs to me, Shimshon --of Leifman”].
[1], 109; [1], 139 leaves. Quality paper. 33 cm. Good condition, stains. Wear on several leaves. Fine new leather binding.
On title page; “Gift from G-d, Mordechai Benet” – holy signature of Ga’on Rabbi Mordechai [Maharam] Benet (1753-1829), Av Beit Din of Nikolsburg and chief rabbi of Moravia. Many leading Torah giants were disciples of his who adhered to his instructions; the Chatam Sofer referred to him as “Rabban Shel Israel” [rabbi of Jewish nation”]. [Additional signature: “Belongs to me, Shimshon --of Leifman”].
[1], 109; [1], 139 leaves. Quality paper. 33 cm. Good condition, stains. Wear on several leaves. Fine new leather binding.
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Lot 248 Chidushei Halachot Maharsha – Berlin, 1755 – Signatures and Glosses of Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz
Auction 33 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
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Chidushei Halachot Maharsha. Berlin, [1755].
Folio edition [in the same year the printers also prepared a two-volume pocket edition, see Bibliography Institute CD record no. 0170845].
Title page contains many signatures of Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz from youth [“Moshe Leib Sulz of Nikolsburg”] and additional signatures [“Uziel son of Rabbi Ya’akov Segal”, “belongs to Zelig Leib… student of perceptive genius, glory of generation Rabbi Hirsch Heller of community of Alt-Ofen”]. On other side of title page, names of students of Rabbi Moshe Sulz [by one writer]: “Shalom son of Rabbi Meir Wolf of Neustadt, student of Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz of Nikolsburg; Yeshaya son of Rabbi Akiva of Nikolsburg student of Rabbi Moseh Leib Sulz of Nikolsburg; “Yoel”.
Throughout book several corrections and brief glosses, possibly in handwriting of Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz.
This copy is missing 6 leaves, replaced with handwritten leaves in fine organized Rashi writing. It is possible that these leaves too are in handwriting of Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz.
Ga’on Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz (passed away in 1831), born in Sulz to his father Kabbalist Rabbi Yosef Sulz. When he was 12 years old he moved with his father to Nikolsburg, where he was student of the Maharam Benet. From 1798 served as Dayan and afterwards as chief Av Beit Din of Nikolsburg until his death (for additional information related to him see: Personalities in responses of the Chatam Sofer, p. 304).
32, 35-40, 43-46, 49-92; 59 leaves. Missing leaves 33-34, 41-42, 47-48 from first count, replaced with six handwritten leaves (printers or bookbinders erroneously inserted leaves 47-48 of second count between leaves 46 and 49 of first count. These leaves are inserted in the proper place in the second count. It is possible that this was done to cover-up for omission of leaves 47-48 in first count). 33 cm. Fair-good condition. Tears on bottom of title page, with scotch-tape restoration. Stains and wear. Margin cutting bordering text. Damaged binding.
Folio edition [in the same year the printers also prepared a two-volume pocket edition, see Bibliography Institute CD record no. 0170845].
Title page contains many signatures of Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz from youth [“Moshe Leib Sulz of Nikolsburg”] and additional signatures [“Uziel son of Rabbi Ya’akov Segal”, “belongs to Zelig Leib… student of perceptive genius, glory of generation Rabbi Hirsch Heller of community of Alt-Ofen”]. On other side of title page, names of students of Rabbi Moshe Sulz [by one writer]: “Shalom son of Rabbi Meir Wolf of Neustadt, student of Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz of Nikolsburg; Yeshaya son of Rabbi Akiva of Nikolsburg student of Rabbi Moseh Leib Sulz of Nikolsburg; “Yoel”.
Throughout book several corrections and brief glosses, possibly in handwriting of Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz.
This copy is missing 6 leaves, replaced with handwritten leaves in fine organized Rashi writing. It is possible that these leaves too are in handwriting of Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz.
Ga’on Rabbi Moshe Leib Sulz (passed away in 1831), born in Sulz to his father Kabbalist Rabbi Yosef Sulz. When he was 12 years old he moved with his father to Nikolsburg, where he was student of the Maharam Benet. From 1798 served as Dayan and afterwards as chief Av Beit Din of Nikolsburg until his death (for additional information related to him see: Personalities in responses of the Chatam Sofer, p. 304).
32, 35-40, 43-46, 49-92; 59 leaves. Missing leaves 33-34, 41-42, 47-48 from first count, replaced with six handwritten leaves (printers or bookbinders erroneously inserted leaves 47-48 of second count between leaves 46 and 49 of first count. These leaves are inserted in the proper place in the second count. It is possible that this was done to cover-up for omission of leaves 47-48 in first count). 33 cm. Fair-good condition. Tears on bottom of title page, with scotch-tape restoration. Stains and wear. Margin cutting bordering text. Damaged binding.
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Auction 33 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
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Responsa of Rabbi Yom Yov Tzahalon [Maharitatz] Venice, 1694. First Edition.
Drawings of the Tabernacle and its Vessels, the Temple Mount, and the Third Temple on the titlepage and at the end of the Introduction. After the indexes it states “To enhance and to adorn the title page pleasantly in accordance with the printing students drew the Tabernacle and the Third Temple”.
Signature on title page: “Rabbi Tebali Shayer” – The Gaon Rabbi [Jacob Moses David] Tebali Shayer (Died 1783). In his youth served as Dayan in the Bet Din of the Pnei Yehoshua in Frankfurt-am-Main. From 1768 Av Bet Din of Mainz (Mayence), rabbi of the “Hatam Sofer” who studied for two years in the Mainz Yeshiva, managed by his son Rabbi Michal.
[9], 223, 25, leaves (pages 222/2 and 223/1 printed in reverse order). 29 cm. Good condition, stains, dampness marks.
Drawings of the Tabernacle and its Vessels, the Temple Mount, and the Third Temple on the titlepage and at the end of the Introduction. After the indexes it states “To enhance and to adorn the title page pleasantly in accordance with the printing students drew the Tabernacle and the Third Temple”.
Signature on title page: “Rabbi Tebali Shayer” – The Gaon Rabbi [Jacob Moses David] Tebali Shayer (Died 1783). In his youth served as Dayan in the Bet Din of the Pnei Yehoshua in Frankfurt-am-Main. From 1768 Av Bet Din of Mainz (Mayence), rabbi of the “Hatam Sofer” who studied for two years in the Mainz Yeshiva, managed by his son Rabbi Michal.
[9], 223, 25, leaves (pages 222/2 and 223/1 printed in reverse order). 29 cm. Good condition, stains, dampness marks.
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Auction 33 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
August 28, 2013
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Sefer Yafe Toar – Commentary on Midrash Vayikra Raba. By Rabbi Shmuel Yaffe Ashkenasi. Wilhermsdorf, [1714].
Signature on the title page: "A shield for all who sign it, Menahem Mendeli Lilag”. The Gaon Rabbi Abraham Menahem Mendeli Lilag (died 1828, “Ishim Beteshuvot Hahatem Sofer, paragraph 423), student of the “Pnei Yehoshua” and Rabbi David Strauss Av Beit Din of Furth. Av Bet Din Hedernheim and later Dayan and Rabbi in Frankfurt am Main. There he was the Rabbi of the Gaon “Hatam Sofer” who mentions him in his works.
[1] 1, 3-132 (missing introductory leaf following title page and leaf 2) 33 cm. Good condition, stains, signs of mold/fungus on a number of pages. Wear, number of tears and restored pages. Additional signature on title page [erased]; library stamps.
Signature on the title page: "A shield for all who sign it, Menahem Mendeli Lilag”. The Gaon Rabbi Abraham Menahem Mendeli Lilag (died 1828, “Ishim Beteshuvot Hahatem Sofer, paragraph 423), student of the “Pnei Yehoshua” and Rabbi David Strauss Av Beit Din of Furth. Av Bet Din Hedernheim and later Dayan and Rabbi in Frankfurt am Main. There he was the Rabbi of the Gaon “Hatam Sofer” who mentions him in his works.
[1] 1, 3-132 (missing introductory leaf following title page and leaf 2) 33 cm. Good condition, stains, signs of mold/fungus on a number of pages. Wear, number of tears and restored pages. Additional signature on title page [erased]; library stamps.
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Auction 33 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
August 28, 2013
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Responsa by Rabbi Y. Kolon, Cremona, Cheshvan 1557. Vincenzo Conti printing press. Second edition. Title page illustrated with a woodcut depicting Akedat Yitzchak.
The title page and the following leaf have two signatures in Italian writing: "Ya'akov Chazak". Another signature in Ashkenasi handwriting: "Asher Anshel L.S." [Lichtenstein].
The Mekubal Rabbi Ya'akov Chazak (1689-1782), Rabbi of Padua. A foremost Italian Rabbi, disciple-companion of the Ramchal. [Rabbi Ya'akov Chazak established the Mevakshei Hashem Yeshiva for the study of kabbalah together with Rabbi Moshe David Wali. They were later joined by Rabbi Moshe Chaim Lutzatto who was younger (17 years old). Eventually, they appointed their young disciple to head the yeshiva and all sat before him as disciples and regularly studied Torah under his tutelage]. He was strongly involved in the polemic against the Ramchal's writings. The Chida met him in 1770 and brings many amazing things in his name which he learned from Eliyahu HaNavi and the Maggid from Heaven who revealed themselves to the Ramchal and his associates. The Chida also writes of his great holiness when describing his meeting with "the Rabbi, the Chassid Wonder of our Generation Rabbi Ya'akov Chazak". The Chida considered Rabbi Ya'akov Chazak to be one of the greatest Hassidim of the generation who reached tremendous levels in Torah and deeds. Rabbi Meir Trieste of Padua testified that he heard the Chida say that "Rabbi Ya'akov Chazak is as holy as G-d's angels" and he sought his blessings. (Rabbi S. Girondi, Toldot Gedolei Yisrael V'Ge'onei Italia, page 148). See attached material.
[12], 173 [should be: 172] leaves. 28.5 cm. High-quality paper, good-fair condition, restored moth damage to title page and several leaves. half-parchment binding.
The title page and the following leaf have two signatures in Italian writing: "Ya'akov Chazak". Another signature in Ashkenasi handwriting: "Asher Anshel L.S." [Lichtenstein].
The Mekubal Rabbi Ya'akov Chazak (1689-1782), Rabbi of Padua. A foremost Italian Rabbi, disciple-companion of the Ramchal. [Rabbi Ya'akov Chazak established the Mevakshei Hashem Yeshiva for the study of kabbalah together with Rabbi Moshe David Wali. They were later joined by Rabbi Moshe Chaim Lutzatto who was younger (17 years old). Eventually, they appointed their young disciple to head the yeshiva and all sat before him as disciples and regularly studied Torah under his tutelage]. He was strongly involved in the polemic against the Ramchal's writings. The Chida met him in 1770 and brings many amazing things in his name which he learned from Eliyahu HaNavi and the Maggid from Heaven who revealed themselves to the Ramchal and his associates. The Chida also writes of his great holiness when describing his meeting with "the Rabbi, the Chassid Wonder of our Generation Rabbi Ya'akov Chazak". The Chida considered Rabbi Ya'akov Chazak to be one of the greatest Hassidim of the generation who reached tremendous levels in Torah and deeds. Rabbi Meir Trieste of Padua testified that he heard the Chida say that "Rabbi Ya'akov Chazak is as holy as G-d's angels" and he sought his blessings. (Rabbi S. Girondi, Toldot Gedolei Yisrael V'Ge'onei Italia, page 148). See attached material.
[12], 173 [should be: 172] leaves. 28.5 cm. High-quality paper, good-fair condition, restored moth damage to title page and several leaves. half-parchment binding.
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Maharshadam Responsa, Choshen Mishpat Volume 2, by Rabbi Shmuel Di Medina. [Thessaloniki, 1595-1597. Avraham Yosef MiGeza Bat-Sheva printing press]. First edition.
Title page has two signatures of Rabbi "Yisrael Binyamin ben Rabbi Yeshaya Basan". Additional inscriptions and signatures, one of Rabbi "Yitzchak called --- ben Eliezer [Cohen?]" [perhaps the Rabach's brother?]. Two handwritten glosses and attached leaf of Torah novellae, in another Italian handwriting. The renowned Rabbi Yisrael Binyamin Basan (1701-190), Rabbi of Reggio Emilia, son and successor of Rabbi Yeshaya Basan Rabbi of Reggio Emilia and grandson of the Rabach Rabbi Binyamin Ben Rabbi Eliezer Cohen-Vitali, senior Italian rabbi. His father and grandfather mentioned above were close to Rabbi Moshe Chaim Lutzatto the Ramchal, rabbi and disciple. Rabbi Yisrael Binyamin was also a close disciple to the Ramchal who taught him kabbalah. Sent letters during the polemic against the Ramchal (see Igrot Ramchal U'vnei Doro. For his marriage, the Ramchal wrote a poem in his honor named Migdal Oz (later printed in Leipzig 1837). Printed his father's book Lachmei Todah responsa, where several responsa by Rabbi Yisrael Binyamin are also printed.
320 leaves. (Missing Part 1 of Choshen Mishpat – this volume only has Part 2). 28.5 cm. High-quality paper, good condition. Stains and minor damage. Semi-leather binding, slightly worn.
Title page has two signatures of Rabbi "Yisrael Binyamin ben Rabbi Yeshaya Basan". Additional inscriptions and signatures, one of Rabbi "Yitzchak called --- ben Eliezer [Cohen?]" [perhaps the Rabach's brother?]. Two handwritten glosses and attached leaf of Torah novellae, in another Italian handwriting. The renowned Rabbi Yisrael Binyamin Basan (1701-190), Rabbi of Reggio Emilia, son and successor of Rabbi Yeshaya Basan Rabbi of Reggio Emilia and grandson of the Rabach Rabbi Binyamin Ben Rabbi Eliezer Cohen-Vitali, senior Italian rabbi. His father and grandfather mentioned above were close to Rabbi Moshe Chaim Lutzatto the Ramchal, rabbi and disciple. Rabbi Yisrael Binyamin was also a close disciple to the Ramchal who taught him kabbalah. Sent letters during the polemic against the Ramchal (see Igrot Ramchal U'vnei Doro. For his marriage, the Ramchal wrote a poem in his honor named Migdal Oz (later printed in Leipzig 1837). Printed his father's book Lachmei Todah responsa, where several responsa by Rabbi Yisrael Binyamin are also printed.
320 leaves. (Missing Part 1 of Choshen Mishpat – this volume only has Part 2). 28.5 cm. High-quality paper, good condition. Stains and minor damage. Semi-leather binding, slightly worn.
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Sefer Sha’ar Naftali, prayers and poems, by Rabbi Naftali Katz, Author of Smichat Chachamim. Brno, 1757. First edition.
Title page contains signature of the author's grandson: “Meshulam HaKohen Tzedek, grandson of author”. The Ga’on Rabbi Meshulam HaKohen (1758-1809), author of Kitzur Tosfot Yom Tov and Pitchei Niddah, served as Av Beit Din of Zorbena, Bolechów, Kyritz (succeeding his brother Ga’on Kabbalist Rabbi Yitzchak Eizik Katz, author of Brit Kehunat Olam), and was rabbinical authority in city of Lvov of Chutz La’Ir congregation. His father, Rabbi Yosef, Av Beit Din of Etnia was son of Rabbi Yitzchak Eizik son of Rabbi Betzalel son of author Rabbi Naftali Katz.
Damaged incomplete copy: [1], 3-37, [1] leaves. (Originally: [2], 37, [1] leaves). 20 cm. Fair-poor condition, damaged and worn leaves (with missing text), stains. Elegant leather binding.
Authorization of expert attached, identifying signature and signed rabbi.
Title page contains signature of the author's grandson: “Meshulam HaKohen Tzedek, grandson of author”. The Ga’on Rabbi Meshulam HaKohen (1758-1809), author of Kitzur Tosfot Yom Tov and Pitchei Niddah, served as Av Beit Din of Zorbena, Bolechów, Kyritz (succeeding his brother Ga’on Kabbalist Rabbi Yitzchak Eizik Katz, author of Brit Kehunat Olam), and was rabbinical authority in city of Lvov of Chutz La’Ir congregation. His father, Rabbi Yosef, Av Beit Din of Etnia was son of Rabbi Yitzchak Eizik son of Rabbi Betzalel son of author Rabbi Naftali Katz.
Damaged incomplete copy: [1], 3-37, [1] leaves. (Originally: [2], 37, [1] leaves). 20 cm. Fair-poor condition, damaged and worn leaves (with missing text), stains. Elegant leather binding.
Authorization of expert attached, identifying signature and signed rabbi.
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Auction 33 - Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters
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Responsa book by Rabbi Asher. Zholkiev, 1803.
Several ownership signatures and stamps. Above title page, signature in Hebrew and Polish: "Rabbi Chaim son of Rabbi David Tevel" – "Chaim Dawidson" – Av Beit Din of Warsaw.
Ga’on Rabbi Chaim Davidson (Otzar HaRabbanim 5945), famous wealthy Torah giant. Disciple of Rabbi Ya'akov of Lisa, author of Netivot HaMishpat. Born in 1760 in Pinchov to his father Rabbi David Tevel. Leader of Jewry of Warsaw and Poland, supported the Polish Uprising. Upon demise of the Chemdat Shlomo in 1839 Rabbi Chaim was appointed as chief rabbi and Av Beit Din of Warsaw, a position which he occupied for 14 years. Despite his old age, he was active and full of energy until his last days. Passed away in Adar 1854 at the age of 94.
[1], 98; 9; 8 leaves, 36 cm. Good condition. Many stains on leaves of book. Worn and torn binding.
Several ownership signatures and stamps. Above title page, signature in Hebrew and Polish: "Rabbi Chaim son of Rabbi David Tevel" – "Chaim Dawidson" – Av Beit Din of Warsaw.
Ga’on Rabbi Chaim Davidson (Otzar HaRabbanim 5945), famous wealthy Torah giant. Disciple of Rabbi Ya'akov of Lisa, author of Netivot HaMishpat. Born in 1760 in Pinchov to his father Rabbi David Tevel. Leader of Jewry of Warsaw and Poland, supported the Polish Uprising. Upon demise of the Chemdat Shlomo in 1839 Rabbi Chaim was appointed as chief rabbi and Av Beit Din of Warsaw, a position which he occupied for 14 years. Despite his old age, he was active and full of energy until his last days. Passed away in Adar 1854 at the age of 94.
[1], 98; 9; 8 leaves, 36 cm. Good condition. Many stains on leaves of book. Worn and torn binding.
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Sefer Asefat Zekenim, Shita Mekubetzet on tractate Beitza. Includes Avodat HaKodesh by the Rashba [Rabbi Shlomo ben Aderet], on laws of Yom Tov, and Sefer Porat Yosef by Rabbi Yosef Samiga, on tractate Beitza. Metz, 1764.
Many ownership signatures from city of Cirali: “Liber Estreich”’ “Alexander Yonatan Estreich”; “Elazar son of Rabbi Shlomo Katz, Cirali”; “Yechezkel Fenigstein of Cirali; “Yozfa Henigstein”; “Meir Perles”; and more. Last leaf contains handwritten inscription poem in honor of groom by name of “Ya’akov”.
Rabbi Meir Perles (1811-1894), great Torah giant of his generation and among prominent disciples of the Chatam Sofer. Disciple of his father, Ga’on Rabbi Yitzchak Moshe Perles (1784-1854, Av Beit Din of Bonyhad author of Bayit Ne’eman). Son-in-law of Ga’on rabbi Yitzchak Frankel Av Beit Din of Cirali; from 1835 succeeded him in rabbinate of Cirali where he served for approximately sixty years.
Following rabbis served in rabbinate of Cirali: Rabbi Meir Estreich who passed away in 1775 and his son Rabbi Moshe Aryeh Estreich who served in the rabbinate for 44 years until 1819.
[3], 50; [1], 16; 12 leaves. 20 cm. Fair condition, loose binding and detached leaves, stains and moth damage.
Many ownership signatures from city of Cirali: “Liber Estreich”’ “Alexander Yonatan Estreich”; “Elazar son of Rabbi Shlomo Katz, Cirali”; “Yechezkel Fenigstein of Cirali; “Yozfa Henigstein”; “Meir Perles”; and more. Last leaf contains handwritten inscription poem in honor of groom by name of “Ya’akov”.
Rabbi Meir Perles (1811-1894), great Torah giant of his generation and among prominent disciples of the Chatam Sofer. Disciple of his father, Ga’on Rabbi Yitzchak Moshe Perles (1784-1854, Av Beit Din of Bonyhad author of Bayit Ne’eman). Son-in-law of Ga’on rabbi Yitzchak Frankel Av Beit Din of Cirali; from 1835 succeeded him in rabbinate of Cirali where he served for approximately sixty years.
Following rabbis served in rabbinate of Cirali: Rabbi Meir Estreich who passed away in 1775 and his son Rabbi Moshe Aryeh Estreich who served in the rabbinate for 44 years until 1819.
[3], 50; [1], 16; 12 leaves. 20 cm. Fair condition, loose binding and detached leaves, stains and moth damage.
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Sefer Ha’Idra Rabba Kadisha, Idra Zuta and Sifra De’Tzniuta,[Constantinople, 1718].
Pages 31-35 contain signature of Rabbi “Aryeh Leib Berlin” – (born in 1737 in Fürth – passed away in 1814). Famous genius of his generation, proficient in all books of Babylonian and Jerusalemite Talmud. Well-versed in Kabbalistic Torah as well. Av Beit Din of Bamberg, Kassel and entire region of Hausen and Westphalia. His Chidushim appear in books of his brother, Rabbi Noach Tzvi, “Atzei Arazim” – who even named this book by name of this brother. Scholars of his generation deferred to Rabbi Leib Berlin as the supreme Torah authority (see, for example, Chochmat Betzalel by Rabbi Betzalel Rensburg, Niddah 39, 2; responsa Ribam Shneituch, in several places; and more – see attached material).
[Missing title page], 2-110 pages, 13.5 cm. Good condition.
Pages 31-35 contain signature of Rabbi “Aryeh Leib Berlin” – (born in 1737 in Fürth – passed away in 1814). Famous genius of his generation, proficient in all books of Babylonian and Jerusalemite Talmud. Well-versed in Kabbalistic Torah as well. Av Beit Din of Bamberg, Kassel and entire region of Hausen and Westphalia. His Chidushim appear in books of his brother, Rabbi Noach Tzvi, “Atzei Arazim” – who even named this book by name of this brother. Scholars of his generation deferred to Rabbi Leib Berlin as the supreme Torah authority (see, for example, Chochmat Betzalel by Rabbi Betzalel Rensburg, Niddah 39, 2; responsa Ribam Shneituch, in several places; and more – see attached material).
[Missing title page], 2-110 pages, 13.5 cm. Good condition.
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