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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Likutim Yekarim, anthology of Chassidic essays from the founders of Chassidut, R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov, and his disciples: R. Dov Ber Maggid of Mezeritch, R. Menachem Mendel of Premishlan and R. Yechiel Michel Maggid of Zlotchov. Lviv: R. Yehuda Shlomo Yarish Rappoport, [1792].
The vast majority of the book comprises selections of the teachings of the Maggid of Mezeritch.
[2], 40 leaves. 22 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Tears to all leaves (mostly marginal), including open tears affecting text, repaired with paper (all leaves were professionally restored). Worming, affecting text, repaired with paper. Leaves trimmed, affecting headings of several leaves. Handwritten inscriptions on title page. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 301.
The printing press of R. Yehuda Shlomo Yarish Rappoport also notably published the holy book Noam Elimelech in 1788, and its workers were reputedly holy men, amongst the 36 hidden Tzaddikim of the generation.
The vast majority of the book comprises selections of the teachings of the Maggid of Mezeritch.
[2], 40 leaves. 22 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Tears to all leaves (mostly marginal), including open tears affecting text, repaired with paper (all leaves were professionally restored). Worming, affecting text, repaired with paper. Leaves trimmed, affecting headings of several leaves. Handwritten inscriptions on title page. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 301.
The printing press of R. Yehuda Shlomo Yarish Rappoport also notably published the holy book Noam Elimelech in 1788, and its workers were reputedly holy men, amongst the 36 hidden Tzaddikim of the generation.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Maggid Devarav LeYaakov, selected essays by the Maggid R. Dov Ber of Mezeritch. Collection of editions.
• Lviv: R. Shlomo Yarish Rappaport, 1792. Third edition. • Ostroh, [1794]. • [Lviv, 1797]. • Berditchev, [1808].
Stefansky Chassidut nos. 326-329.
4 books. Size and condition vary (see Hebrew description for details).
• Lviv: R. Shlomo Yarish Rappaport, 1792. Third edition. • Ostroh, [1794]. • [Lviv, 1797]. • Berditchev, [1808].
Stefansky Chassidut nos. 326-329.
4 books. Size and condition vary (see Hebrew description for details).
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Keter Shem Tov, Part I - selections of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, compiled by R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta (Opatów). Zhovkva: Yehuda Leib Meyerhoffer and Mordechai Rabinstein, [1794]. First edition.
Part I of Keter Shem Tov - the renowned compendium of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, selected from the books of his disciples, R. Yaakov Yosef of Polonne and the Maggid of Mezeritch. This is one of the first compendiums printed of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov, published in two parts in Zhovkva, 1794-1795.
The compiler of this book, R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta, authored several popular Chassidic books, including: Or HaGanuz LaTzadikim, the Tefilla Yeshara - Keter Nehora siddur and other books.
Signatures and ownership inscriptions on the front endpaper.
[30] leaves. Approx. 18 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including large dampstains. Minor marginal open tears to title page and other leaves, slightly affecting text and border, repaired with paper. Leaves trimmed close to headings and title page border, with damage to headings in several places. Handwritten inscriptions. Stamp. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 249.
Part I of Keter Shem Tov - the renowned compendium of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, selected from the books of his disciples, R. Yaakov Yosef of Polonne and the Maggid of Mezeritch. This is one of the first compendiums printed of the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov, published in two parts in Zhovkva, 1794-1795.
The compiler of this book, R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta, authored several popular Chassidic books, including: Or HaGanuz LaTzadikim, the Tefilla Yeshara - Keter Nehora siddur and other books.
Signatures and ownership inscriptions on the front endpaper.
[30] leaves. Approx. 18 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including large dampstains. Minor marginal open tears to title page and other leaves, slightly affecting text and border, repaired with paper. Leaves trimmed close to headings and title page border, with damage to headings in several places. Handwritten inscriptions. Stamp. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 249.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Keter Shem Tov, "All the holy teachings of R. Yisrael Baal Shem Tov" - selections of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings, compiled by R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta. Korets [1797]. Second edition.
The compiler of this book, R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta, authored several popular Chassidic books, including: Or HaGanuz LaTzadikim, the Tefilla Yeshara - Keter Nehora siddur and other books.
Oriental signatures on several leaves.
[2], 63, [1] leaves. 16.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Worming to title page and many other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Open tears to title page, affecting text and border, repaired with photocopy replacement. Tears in several other places, repaired. Book professionally restored. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut no. 250.
The compiler of this book, R. Aharon HaKohen of Żelechów and Apta, authored several popular Chassidic books, including: Or HaGanuz LaTzadikim, the Tefilla Yeshara - Keter Nehora siddur and other books.
Oriental signatures on several leaves.
[2], 63, [1] leaves. 16.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains. Worming to title page and many other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Open tears to title page, affecting text and border, repaired with photocopy replacement. Tears in several other places, repaired. Book professionally restored. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut no. 250.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Yismach Lev (Part II of Meor Einayim), commentary on Aggadot and Midrashim (following the order of the Talmudic tractates), by Rebbe Menachem Nachum [Twersky] of Chernobyl. Slavita: [R. Moshe Shapira, 1798]. First edition.
Two books by R. Menachem Nachum of Chernobyl - Yismach Lev and Meor Einayim - were published in Slavita in 1798. The second edition of Yismach Lev was published in Zhovkva in 1800. The second edition of Meor Einayim, published in Polonne in 1810, included the book Yismach Lev (under the single title Meor Einayim), as did most later editions.
The maggid R. Menachem Nachum of Chernobyl (1730-1798, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, III, pp. 168-175) was one of the founders of Chassidut and the progenitor of the Chernobyl dynasty. He studied directly from the Baal Shem Tov and was a close disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch.
Indistinct stamp on p. 19a.
34 leaves. Lacking title page (replaced in photocopy). 20 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains and dark stains. Wear. Tears and worming (including significant worming to several leaves), affecting text, repaired with paper. Margins trimmed with damage to text in several places. Several leaves presumably supplied from a different copy. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 237.
Two books by R. Menachem Nachum of Chernobyl - Yismach Lev and Meor Einayim - were published in Slavita in 1798. The second edition of Yismach Lev was published in Zhovkva in 1800. The second edition of Meor Einayim, published in Polonne in 1810, included the book Yismach Lev (under the single title Meor Einayim), as did most later editions.
The maggid R. Menachem Nachum of Chernobyl (1730-1798, Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, III, pp. 168-175) was one of the founders of Chassidut and the progenitor of the Chernobyl dynasty. He studied directly from the Baal Shem Tov and was a close disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch.
Indistinct stamp on p. 19a.
34 leaves. Lacking title page (replaced in photocopy). 20 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains and dark stains. Wear. Tears and worming (including significant worming to several leaves), affecting text, repaired with paper. Margins trimmed with damage to text in several places. Several leaves presumably supplied from a different copy. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 237.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Bat Eini, Talmudic novellae and responsa, by R. Yissachar Dov Ber MiGeza Tzvi Rabbi of Zlotchov (Zolochiv), disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch and R. Yechiel Michel of Zlotchov. Dubno, [1798]. First edition.
The author was a friend and cousin of R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev. One of his disciples was R. Chaim of Czernowitz, author of Be'er Mayim Chaim, who describes in his book Eretz HaChaim the Divine Inspiration he witnessed in his teacher.
Signatures and stamp (faded) on the title page and p. 74a.
[2], 119, [1] leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains (including dampstains) and wear. Open tears to title page, affecting border, and open tears to other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper (with photocopy replacement). Extensive worming, affecting text. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 105.
The author was a friend and cousin of R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev. One of his disciples was R. Chaim of Czernowitz, author of Be'er Mayim Chaim, who describes in his book Eretz HaChaim the Divine Inspiration he witnessed in his teacher.
Signatures and stamp (faded) on the title page and p. 74a.
[2], 119, [1] leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains (including dampstains) and wear. Open tears to title page, affecting border, and open tears to other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper (with photocopy replacement). Extensive worming, affecting text. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 105.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Mishnat Chachamim, novellae on the Six Orders of the Mishnah, Parts I-VI, by R. Meshulam Feivish HaLevi Horowitz of Kremenets. Ostroh, [1796]. First edition. Separate title pages for Moed and Nashim.
Approbations by the Noda BiYehuda, the Haflaa and many other leading rabbis of the generation.
The author, R. Meshulam Feivish HaLevi Horowitz (ca. 1710 - Kislev, between 1786 and 1791) was born in Kremenets (Eastern Galicia), and lived there his entire life teaching Torah. From his youth, he was known for his holiness, as R. Eliezer Kalir attests in his approbation, praising him also for his exceptional good name and Torah study. The Noda BiYehuda in his approbation uncharacteristically extolled his virtues, comparing him to the Torah scholars of early generations.
Ownership inscriptions of R. Baruch Hirsh Teitelmon of Warsaw and signature of "Shalom… Zilber of Kutno".
[3], 33; [1], 15; [1], 22 leaves; 20 leaves; 24 leaves; 46 leaves. 21 cm. Greenish paper. Good condition. Stains and wear. Tears to several leaves, not affecting text. Tear to leaf 6 of Order Taharot, slightly affecting text, repaired. Ownership inscriptions and stamps. New binding.
Approbations by the Noda BiYehuda, the Haflaa and many other leading rabbis of the generation.
The author, R. Meshulam Feivish HaLevi Horowitz (ca. 1710 - Kislev, between 1786 and 1791) was born in Kremenets (Eastern Galicia), and lived there his entire life teaching Torah. From his youth, he was known for his holiness, as R. Eliezer Kalir attests in his approbation, praising him also for his exceptional good name and Torah study. The Noda BiYehuda in his approbation uncharacteristically extolled his virtues, comparing him to the Torah scholars of early generations.
Ownership inscriptions of R. Baruch Hirsh Teitelmon of Warsaw and signature of "Shalom… Zilber of Kutno".
[3], 33; [1], 15; [1], 22 leaves; 20 leaves; 24 leaves; 46 leaves. 21 cm. Greenish paper. Good condition. Stains and wear. Tears to several leaves, not affecting text. Tear to leaf 6 of Order Taharot, slightly affecting text, repaired. Ownership inscriptions and stamps. New binding.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Brit Kehunat Olam, Part I, kabbalistic homiletics and allusions pertaining to the Jewish holidays, by R. Yitzchak Eizek Katz Rabbi of Korets and Ostroh. Lviv: Judith, wife of R. Tzvi Hirsh [Rosanes], [1796]. First edition.
R. Yitzchak Eizek Katz (b. ca. 1753-1758, d. 1793), disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch. Prominent Chassidic leaders cite his teachings with veneration.
[4], 16, [2]; 7; 18; 27 leaves. 20 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Minor wear. Upper margins trimmed close to text, affecting headings, and affecting text on several leaves (including title page). Stamp. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 97.
R. Yitzchak Eizek Katz (b. ca. 1753-1758, d. 1793), disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch. Prominent Chassidic leaders cite his teachings with veneration.
[4], 16, [2]; 7; 18; 27 leaves. 20 cm. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Minor wear. Upper margins trimmed close to text, affecting headings, and affecting text on several leaves (including title page). Stamp. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 97.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Ahavat Dodim, commentary to Shir HaShirim, following revealed and kabbalistic approaches, by R. Binyamin, the Maggid of Zalozitz (Zaliztsi). Lviv: Aharon son of Chaim David Segal, [1793]. Only edition.
The author, R. Binyamin, Maggid of Zalozitz (d. 1791), was well-versed both in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah. A contemporary of the Baal Shem Tov and early Chassidic masters, he was one of the first disseminators of Chassidic teachings.
Signature on title page.
[3], 94 leaves. 20 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including many dampstains, and wear. Open tears affecting text. Open tears to title page, affecting border and text on verso, repaired with paper and photocopy replacements. Worming, affecting text (in several places significant worming), repaired in part with paper. Margins trimmed close to heading in several places. Handwritten inscriptions. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 14.
The author, R. Binyamin, Maggid of Zalozitz (d. 1791), was well-versed both in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah. A contemporary of the Baal Shem Tov and early Chassidic masters, he was one of the first disseminators of Chassidic teachings.
Signature on title page.
[3], 94 leaves. 20 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including many dampstains, and wear. Open tears affecting text. Open tears to title page, affecting border and text on verso, repaired with paper and photocopy replacements. Worming, affecting text (in several places significant worming), repaired in part with paper. Margins trimmed close to heading in several places. Handwritten inscriptions. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 14.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Chelkat Binyamin, Passover Haggadah with kavanot of the Arizal and the Chelkat Binyamin commentary by R. Binyamin, the Maggid of Zalozitz (Zaliztsi). Lviv: Rebbetzin Yehudit [Rosanes], [1794]. First edition of the first Chassidic Haggadah to be printed.
Approbation by R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev (lacking in this copy), who acclaims the composition as capable to "bring many to repentance".
The author, R. Binyamin, Maggid of Zalozitz (d. 1791), was well-versed both in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah. A contemporary of the Baal Shem Tov and early Chassidic masters, he was one of the first disseminators of Chassidic teachings.
Incomplete and damaged copy. 24, [5] leaves (originally: [1], 25, [13] leaves). Lacking ten leaves: title page (replaced in photocopy), leaf 25, and [8] of the [13] final leaves (leaves [1-2], [8-13]). Approx. 19 cm. Overall fair condition, several leaves in fair-poor condition. Stains. Wear to several leaves. Open tears, affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Extensive worming and tears (significant worming to some leaves), affecting text. Paper repairs in several places. Leaves trimmed close to text, affecting headings and text. Stamps. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 156; Yaari 253; Otzar HaHaggadot 373.
Approbation by R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev (lacking in this copy), who acclaims the composition as capable to "bring many to repentance".
The author, R. Binyamin, Maggid of Zalozitz (d. 1791), was well-versed both in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah. A contemporary of the Baal Shem Tov and early Chassidic masters, he was one of the first disseminators of Chassidic teachings.
Incomplete and damaged copy. 24, [5] leaves (originally: [1], 25, [13] leaves). Lacking ten leaves: title page (replaced in photocopy), leaf 25, and [8] of the [13] final leaves (leaves [1-2], [8-13]). Approx. 19 cm. Overall fair condition, several leaves in fair-poor condition. Stains. Wear to several leaves. Open tears, affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Extensive worming and tears (significant worming to some leaves), affecting text. Paper repairs in several places. Leaves trimmed close to text, affecting headings and text. Stamps. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 156; Yaari 253; Otzar HaHaggadot 373.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Amtachat Binyamin, on Kohelet, by R. Binyamin, the Maggid of Zalozitz (Zaliztsi). Minkovitz (Mynkivtsi), [1796].
The work ends in the middle of chapter 9, since the author passed away while he was still in the process of writing this work, as stated in the closing words on the final leaf: "And he didn't manage to complete it, before his soul departed in purity".
The author, R. Binyamin, Maggid of Zalozitz (d. 1791), was well-versed both in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah. A contemporary of the Baal Shem Tov and early Chassidic masters, he was one of the first disseminators of Chassidic teachings.
[2], 1-13, 18-128 leaves. 20.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Marginal open tears to first and final leaves, including open tear to title page, affecting border, partially repaired with transparent paper. Worming. Significant worming to several leaves, affecting text. Margins trimmed, with damage to headings of some leaves. Stamp. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 63.
First book published in Minkovitz.
The work ends in the middle of chapter 9, since the author passed away while he was still in the process of writing this work, as stated in the closing words on the final leaf: "And he didn't manage to complete it, before his soul departed in purity".
The author, R. Binyamin, Maggid of Zalozitz (d. 1791), was well-versed both in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah. A contemporary of the Baal Shem Tov and early Chassidic masters, he was one of the first disseminators of Chassidic teachings.
[2], 1-13, 18-128 leaves. 20.5 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Marginal open tears to first and final leaves, including open tear to title page, affecting border, partially repaired with transparent paper. Worming. Significant worming to several leaves, affecting text. Margins trimmed, with damage to headings of some leaves. Stamp. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 63.
First book published in Minkovitz.
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Auction 82 - Part I - Judaica – Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art
August 24, 2021
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Torei Zahav, homiletics, ethics, kabbalah and Chassidut on the Torah, festivals, Megillat Eichah and Megillat Esther, by R. Binyamin, the Maggid of Zalozitz (Zaliztsi). Mohyliv, [1816]. First edition.
The author, R. Binyamin, Maggid of Zalozitz (d. 1791), was well-versed both in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah. A contemporary of the Baal Shem Tov and early Chassidic masters, he was one of the first disseminators of Chassidic teachings.
35, 38-46, 48-75, 76-79, 84-94, 96-101, 101-108, 107-112, 117-119, 119-122, 125-126 leaves. Leaves 16-17 bound out of sequence, between leaves 18-19. Lacking 7 leaves: 36-37, 95 and [4] leaves between 75-76 (misfoliation). Approx. 20 cm. Partially printed on greenish paper. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains and dark stains. Wear. Extensive worming, affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Open tears to title page and other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Stamps. Handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 613.
The author, R. Binyamin, Maggid of Zalozitz (d. 1791), was well-versed both in revealed and hidden realms of the Torah. A contemporary of the Baal Shem Tov and early Chassidic masters, he was one of the first disseminators of Chassidic teachings.
35, 38-46, 48-75, 76-79, 84-94, 96-101, 101-108, 107-112, 117-119, 119-122, 125-126 leaves. Leaves 16-17 bound out of sequence, between leaves 18-19. Lacking 7 leaves: 36-37, 95 and [4] leaves between 75-76 (misfoliation). Approx. 20 cm. Partially printed on greenish paper. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains and dark stains. Wear. Extensive worming, affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Open tears to title page and other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Stamps. Handwritten inscriptions. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 613.
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