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Auction 86 - Part I - Rare & Important Items
May 24, 2022
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Two books by R. Yosef Yoske HaLevi of Rovne, one of the first disciples of the Maggid of Mezeritch. First editions, printed in Minkovitz (Mynkivtsi), 1803.
1. Yesod Yosef, allusions and numerical values of the Holy Names and the Sefirot, with kabbalistic homilies. Minkovitz: Menachem Mendel son of Avraham, [1803]. First edition.
[4], 9, 11-88, [1] leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Minor wear. Tears to title page, repaired. Worming, affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Inscriptions. Stamps. New leather binding.
2. Likutei Yosef, novellae on Talmudic topics. Minkovitz: Menachem Mendel son of Avraham, [1803]. First edition.
[1], 12, 15-26 leaves. Lacking leaves 13-14. 19 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including large dampstains and mold stains. Marginal open tears to several leaves, repaired in part with paper. Stamps and inscriptions. New leather binding.
The author, R. Yosef Yoske HaLevi of Rovne (d. 1800; Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, II, pp. 149-150), a holy kabbalist, disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch and of R. Michel of Zlotchov. R. Yosef was amongst the elite and initial disciples of R. Dov Ber, Maggid of Mezeritch, while the latter still served as maggid in Rovne, and he was the one who brought him from Tortchin (Torchyn) to Rovne, with the assistance of his father-in-law R. Aharon Rabbi of Rovne, to serve as maggid. In a letter R. Zusha of Anipoli sent the Chozeh of Lublin in praise of R. Yosef, he wrote: "…regarding the renowned, righteous man, who is astute and erudite, the outstanding Torah scholar R. Yosef… he was already asked to serve as rabbi in several communities, yet he declined… since it would take time away from his Torah study and prayers. And I know him, that he is accustomed to sitting in seclusion, delving in Torah, prayer, Chassidut and asceticism. My brother, the holy R. Elimelech, cherished him greatly, and he also told me… that in the Higher spheres, he saw him clothed in white…".
Stefansky Chassidut, nos. 232, 280.
1. Yesod Yosef, allusions and numerical values of the Holy Names and the Sefirot, with kabbalistic homilies. Minkovitz: Menachem Mendel son of Avraham, [1803]. First edition.
[4], 9, 11-88, [1] leaves. 19.5 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, including dampstains. Minor wear. Tears to title page, repaired. Worming, affecting text, repaired in part with paper. Inscriptions. Stamps. New leather binding.
2. Likutei Yosef, novellae on Talmudic topics. Minkovitz: Menachem Mendel son of Avraham, [1803]. First edition.
[1], 12, 15-26 leaves. Lacking leaves 13-14. 19 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including large dampstains and mold stains. Marginal open tears to several leaves, repaired in part with paper. Stamps and inscriptions. New leather binding.
The author, R. Yosef Yoske HaLevi of Rovne (d. 1800; Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, II, pp. 149-150), a holy kabbalist, disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch and of R. Michel of Zlotchov. R. Yosef was amongst the elite and initial disciples of R. Dov Ber, Maggid of Mezeritch, while the latter still served as maggid in Rovne, and he was the one who brought him from Tortchin (Torchyn) to Rovne, with the assistance of his father-in-law R. Aharon Rabbi of Rovne, to serve as maggid. In a letter R. Zusha of Anipoli sent the Chozeh of Lublin in praise of R. Yosef, he wrote: "…regarding the renowned, righteous man, who is astute and erudite, the outstanding Torah scholar R. Yosef… he was already asked to serve as rabbi in several communities, yet he declined… since it would take time away from his Torah study and prayers. And I know him, that he is accustomed to sitting in seclusion, delving in Torah, prayer, Chassidut and asceticism. My brother, the holy R. Elimelech, cherished him greatly, and he also told me… that in the Higher spheres, he saw him clothed in white…".
Stefansky Chassidut, nos. 232, 280.
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Lot 23 Likutei Amarim – Tanya – Zhovkva, 1798 – First Edition of the Igeret HaTeshuva, Mahadura Kama
Auction 86 - Part I - Rare & Important Items
May 24, 2022
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Likutei Amarim Tanya, by HaAdmor HaZaken Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi, the Baal HaTanya. Zhovkva: Mordechai Rubinstein, [1798].
The title page states: "Tanya, which is a book of collected writings… and we have added a touch… from the outstanding Torah scholar, the author, to explain the essence and topic of Teshuva, and this is a third part which was not included in the first edition printed in Slavita…" (the word Slavita is emphasized on the title page).
This edition is the second printing of the Tanya in the author's lifetime, and was presumably printed without his knowledge. This is the first edition to be printed outside Russia, and to contain chapters of Igeret HaTeshuva – Mahadura Kama at the end of the book (in Shklow 1806, the author published Igeret HaTeshuva Mahadura Batra).
This is the first time the book was titled Tanya, a title used ever since. In the first edition, the book was named only Likutei Amarim.
The publisher R. Yaakov of Brody writes at the end of the book that he was repeatedly asked to undertake the printing of a new edition of this book, since the book was not available in his country (Galicia-Poland), due to the prohibition to export the book from Russia, where it was originally published.
The following statement appears before Igeret HaTeshuva (p. 67a): "Says the publisher: A precious gem was in my possession from the scholarly author, a manuscript booklet pertaining to repentance, and for the benefit of the public I have brought it to print".
This edition earned two important approbations from prominent rabbis. The first one from R. Moshe Tzvi Hirsh Meisels Rabbi of Zhovkva, and the second from R. Yitzchak HaLevi of Lviv, rabbi of Kraków (an elder rabbi of his generation, son-in-law of R. Aryeh Leib Rabbi of Amsterdam, and brother-in-law of R. Shaul Rabbi of Amsterdam).
R. Yitzchak Shimshon Meisels Rabbi of Czernowitz (Chernivtsi), grandson of R. Moshe Tzvi Hirsh, relates in his approbation to the siddur of the Baal HaTanya that he was present when his grandfather accorded his approbation to the Tanya.
The second approbation was given by R. Yitzchak HaLevi of Lviv, rabbi of Kraków, a foremost opponent of Chassidism. He was a leading signatory on the ban against Chassidim in Kraków in 1786, and the book Tzavaat HaRivash was burnt at his behest, while this book earned his effusive approbation, with profuse praise of the author and his book.
[2], 74 leaves. 17 cm. Fair condition. Dark stains and wear. Marginal tears and open tears, not affecting text, minor repairs to title page and final two leaves. Stamp. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 623.
The title page states: "Tanya, which is a book of collected writings… and we have added a touch… from the outstanding Torah scholar, the author, to explain the essence and topic of Teshuva, and this is a third part which was not included in the first edition printed in Slavita…" (the word Slavita is emphasized on the title page).
This edition is the second printing of the Tanya in the author's lifetime, and was presumably printed without his knowledge. This is the first edition to be printed outside Russia, and to contain chapters of Igeret HaTeshuva – Mahadura Kama at the end of the book (in Shklow 1806, the author published Igeret HaTeshuva Mahadura Batra).
This is the first time the book was titled Tanya, a title used ever since. In the first edition, the book was named only Likutei Amarim.
The publisher R. Yaakov of Brody writes at the end of the book that he was repeatedly asked to undertake the printing of a new edition of this book, since the book was not available in his country (Galicia-Poland), due to the prohibition to export the book from Russia, where it was originally published.
The following statement appears before Igeret HaTeshuva (p. 67a): "Says the publisher: A precious gem was in my possession from the scholarly author, a manuscript booklet pertaining to repentance, and for the benefit of the public I have brought it to print".
This edition earned two important approbations from prominent rabbis. The first one from R. Moshe Tzvi Hirsh Meisels Rabbi of Zhovkva, and the second from R. Yitzchak HaLevi of Lviv, rabbi of Kraków (an elder rabbi of his generation, son-in-law of R. Aryeh Leib Rabbi of Amsterdam, and brother-in-law of R. Shaul Rabbi of Amsterdam).
R. Yitzchak Shimshon Meisels Rabbi of Czernowitz (Chernivtsi), grandson of R. Moshe Tzvi Hirsh, relates in his approbation to the siddur of the Baal HaTanya that he was present when his grandfather accorded his approbation to the Tanya.
The second approbation was given by R. Yitzchak HaLevi of Lviv, rabbi of Kraków, a foremost opponent of Chassidism. He was a leading signatory on the ban against Chassidim in Kraków in 1786, and the book Tzavaat HaRivash was burnt at his behest, while this book earned his effusive approbation, with profuse praise of the author and his book.
[2], 74 leaves. 17 cm. Fair condition. Dark stains and wear. Marginal tears and open tears, not affecting text, minor repairs to title page and final two leaves. Stamp. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 623.
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Auction 86 - Part I - Rare & Important Items
May 24, 2022
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Sold for: $1,625
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Or HaChochmah, Chassidic and kabbalistic essays on the Torah, Part I, on Bereshit and Shemot, by the kabbalist R. Uri Feivel of Krisnipoli (Chervonohgrad) and Dubienka. [Łaszczów, Yehuda Leib Rubinstein and Moshe Zicker, 1815]. First edition. With approbations by R. Meir Kristianpoller, R. Efraim Zalman Margolies, the Chozeh of Lublin and others.
This book is considered a segulah for an easy birth. R. Moshe Tzvi Landau of Kleinwardein writes in his work "Shulchan Melachim" on the laws pertaining to birthing mothers: " It has already become a widespread custom to place a book wrapped in cloth beneath the head of the woman in labor, customarily the holy book Noam Elimelech and the holy book Or HaChochmah" (this is quoted in halachic literature). It is also reported that R. Yeshaya Zilberstein of Waitzen would send a copy of Or HaChochmah to women in labor, to place beneath their pillow as a segulah for an easy birth.
The author, the kabbalist R. Uri Feivel of Krisnipoli (Chervonohgrad) and Dubienka (d. between 1804-1808), was a close disciple of R. Kehat of Werish, who was a disciple of the Baal Shem Tov. R. Uri Feivel's son, in his description of his father in the foreword to this book, recalls him as a prolific author who also wrote a composition on the Torah consisting of 15 explanations for each verse, as well as works on the Five Megillot, Tikunei Zohar, Idrot, Sifra DeTzniuta, Sefer Yetzira, "awesome, concealed and impenetrable commentaries", yet all were destroyed in a fire. R. Meir, rabbi of Brody, describes the author in his approbation: "He never departed from the tent of Torah, delving into its revealed and hidden realms, and he feared G-d out of love; most of his knowledge and study pertained to Kabbalah".
[2], 76, 46 leaves. 21 cm. Fair condition. Stains and wear. Open tears and worming with significant damage to text, repaired in part with paper. Leaves trimmed close to text in several places. The first leaves were presumably supplied from a different copy. New cloth binding.
This book was printed in Łaszczów, yet due to censorship constraints, some of the copies, including the present copy, bear a false imprint – Korets, 1795. See Bibliography of the Hebrew Book, listing 0202798.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 23.
This book is considered a segulah for an easy birth. R. Moshe Tzvi Landau of Kleinwardein writes in his work "Shulchan Melachim" on the laws pertaining to birthing mothers: " It has already become a widespread custom to place a book wrapped in cloth beneath the head of the woman in labor, customarily the holy book Noam Elimelech and the holy book Or HaChochmah" (this is quoted in halachic literature). It is also reported that R. Yeshaya Zilberstein of Waitzen would send a copy of Or HaChochmah to women in labor, to place beneath their pillow as a segulah for an easy birth.
The author, the kabbalist R. Uri Feivel of Krisnipoli (Chervonohgrad) and Dubienka (d. between 1804-1808), was a close disciple of R. Kehat of Werish, who was a disciple of the Baal Shem Tov. R. Uri Feivel's son, in his description of his father in the foreword to this book, recalls him as a prolific author who also wrote a composition on the Torah consisting of 15 explanations for each verse, as well as works on the Five Megillot, Tikunei Zohar, Idrot, Sifra DeTzniuta, Sefer Yetzira, "awesome, concealed and impenetrable commentaries", yet all were destroyed in a fire. R. Meir, rabbi of Brody, describes the author in his approbation: "He never departed from the tent of Torah, delving into its revealed and hidden realms, and he feared G-d out of love; most of his knowledge and study pertained to Kabbalah".
[2], 76, 46 leaves. 21 cm. Fair condition. Stains and wear. Open tears and worming with significant damage to text, repaired in part with paper. Leaves trimmed close to text in several places. The first leaves were presumably supplied from a different copy. New cloth binding.
This book was printed in Łaszczów, yet due to censorship constraints, some of the copies, including the present copy, bear a false imprint – Korets, 1795. See Bibliography of the Hebrew Book, listing 0202798.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 23.
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Auction 86 - Part I - Rare & Important Items
May 24, 2022
Opening: $1,000
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
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Toldot Aharon, Chassidic and kabbalistic essays on the Torah portions, by R. Aharon of Zhitomir (close disciple of R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev). Berditchev (Berdychiv): R. Yisrael Bak, [1817]. First edition. With approbations by great Chassidic leaders: the Ohev Yisrael of Apta, R. Mordechai of Chernobyl and R. Yisrael of Pikov. In all three approbations, the author is termed "the holy light, G-dly man".
Toldot Aharon contains inspirational sermons and guidance in worship of G-d based on Chassidic teachings, recorded by one of the disciples of R. Aharon of Zhitomir, and brought to press within the year of mourning following the passing of the author. The book is written in an animated, passionate style, as the approbations describe it: "His holy words enthuse the hearts of the Jewish people towards their Father in Heaven, like a tongue of flame rising heavenwards"; "His words are impassioned like a fiery flame". The book quotes dozens of teachings received by the author from his prime teacher, R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, as well as expressions of his exceptional reverence for his teacher.
The author, R. Aharon of Zhitomir (ca. 1750-1817; Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, I, p. 156) was appointed ca. 1798 by his teacher R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev as maggid in Zhitomir, and the latter cautioned the townspeople of Zhitomir exceedingly to treat him with great respect. He held this position for some three years. He later moved to Hungary, where he served as maggid in Karoly (Carei) and Ashvar (Nyírvasvári), which became a Chassidic town under his influence. This book contains the sermons he delivered in Zhitomir in 1798-1801.
Signatures on the title page: R. "Yaakov son of Benush of Mazyr" (R. Yaakov son of R. Binyamin Benush, posek in Mazyr in 1825, mentioned in Responsa Tzemach Tzedek, Even HaEzer, part II, section 297).
Handwritten censorship inscription in Russian at the foot of the title page, mentioning the year 1837 (the year of the closure of Jewish printing presses in Russia).
[2], 20, [2], 21-36, 40-191 leaves (misfoliation). 20 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, dark stains to several leaves. Dampstains to final leaves. Wear, tears and worming. Marginal open tears to title page, repaired with paper and tape. Leaves trimmed close to text in several places. Inscriptions, signatures and stamps. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 604.
Toldot Aharon contains inspirational sermons and guidance in worship of G-d based on Chassidic teachings, recorded by one of the disciples of R. Aharon of Zhitomir, and brought to press within the year of mourning following the passing of the author. The book is written in an animated, passionate style, as the approbations describe it: "His holy words enthuse the hearts of the Jewish people towards their Father in Heaven, like a tongue of flame rising heavenwards"; "His words are impassioned like a fiery flame". The book quotes dozens of teachings received by the author from his prime teacher, R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, as well as expressions of his exceptional reverence for his teacher.
The author, R. Aharon of Zhitomir (ca. 1750-1817; Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, I, p. 156) was appointed ca. 1798 by his teacher R. Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev as maggid in Zhitomir, and the latter cautioned the townspeople of Zhitomir exceedingly to treat him with great respect. He held this position for some three years. He later moved to Hungary, where he served as maggid in Karoly (Carei) and Ashvar (Nyírvasvári), which became a Chassidic town under his influence. This book contains the sermons he delivered in Zhitomir in 1798-1801.
Signatures on the title page: R. "Yaakov son of Benush of Mazyr" (R. Yaakov son of R. Binyamin Benush, posek in Mazyr in 1825, mentioned in Responsa Tzemach Tzedek, Even HaEzer, part II, section 297).
Handwritten censorship inscription in Russian at the foot of the title page, mentioning the year 1837 (the year of the closure of Jewish printing presses in Russia).
[2], 20, [2], 21-36, 40-191 leaves (misfoliation). 20 cm. Fair-good condition. Stains, dark stains to several leaves. Dampstains to final leaves. Wear, tears and worming. Marginal open tears to title page, repaired with paper and tape. Leaves trimmed close to text in several places. Inscriptions, signatures and stamps. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 604.
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Auction 86 - Part I - Rare & Important Items
May 24, 2022
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Sold for: $1,500
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Tzemach Hashem LiTzvi, Chassidic essays on the Torah portions, by R. Tzvi Hirsh of Nadvorna. [Berditchev (Berdychiv): R. Yisrael Bak, ca. 1818]. First edition.
The author, Rebbe Tzvi Hirsh of Nadvorna (1740-1802; Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, III, pp. 604-607), was a leading third generation Chassidic rebbe. Disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch. His primary teacher was R. Yechiel Michel of Zlotchov, who was known to say that R. Tzvi Hirsh was the greatest of his disciples and that Eliyahu HaNavi desires his closeness. R. Tzvi Hirsh's disciples include R. Menachem Mendel of Kosov, R. Tzvi Hirsh of Zidichov, R. Avraham David of Buchach and others. He wrote many books and was famous for his primary work Tzemach Hashem LiTzvi. His book Alfa Beta merited many editions and R. Eliezer Papo, author of Pele Yo'etz, included it in his composition.
Signatures of R. Mordechai Yehuda Leib Steinmetz of Borşa, and ownership inscription attesting that the book belongs to the Torah philanthropist R. Avraham Baruch (presumably R. Avraham Baruch Steinmetz, grandfather of R. Mordechai Yehuda Steinmetz of Borşa, see enclosed material).
Late glosses and references on leaf 25 and other leaves [20th century].
[3], 28; 1-102, 104-138 leaves. Lacking leaf 103. 21 cm. Greenish paper. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dark dampstains. Wear. Tears and worming (repaired in part). Inscriptions and signatures. New, elegant leather binding.
Including leaf [3] with third approbation and omissions from Parashiot Ki Tisa and Shemini, found in some copies only.
The date of printing follows A. Yaari, HaDfus HaIvri BeBerditchov, Kiryat Sefer, 21, 1944-1945, pp. 120-121. The title page decoration, a Torah shield, is the printer's device of R. Yisrael Bak.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 500.
The author, Rebbe Tzvi Hirsh of Nadvorna (1740-1802; Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, III, pp. 604-607), was a leading third generation Chassidic rebbe. Disciple of the Maggid of Mezeritch. His primary teacher was R. Yechiel Michel of Zlotchov, who was known to say that R. Tzvi Hirsh was the greatest of his disciples and that Eliyahu HaNavi desires his closeness. R. Tzvi Hirsh's disciples include R. Menachem Mendel of Kosov, R. Tzvi Hirsh of Zidichov, R. Avraham David of Buchach and others. He wrote many books and was famous for his primary work Tzemach Hashem LiTzvi. His book Alfa Beta merited many editions and R. Eliezer Papo, author of Pele Yo'etz, included it in his composition.
Signatures of R. Mordechai Yehuda Leib Steinmetz of Borşa, and ownership inscription attesting that the book belongs to the Torah philanthropist R. Avraham Baruch (presumably R. Avraham Baruch Steinmetz, grandfather of R. Mordechai Yehuda Steinmetz of Borşa, see enclosed material).
Late glosses and references on leaf 25 and other leaves [20th century].
[3], 28; 1-102, 104-138 leaves. Lacking leaf 103. 21 cm. Greenish paper. Good-fair condition. Stains, including dark dampstains. Wear. Tears and worming (repaired in part). Inscriptions and signatures. New, elegant leather binding.
Including leaf [3] with third approbation and omissions from Parashiot Ki Tisa and Shemini, found in some copies only.
The date of printing follows A. Yaari, HaDfus HaIvri BeBerditchov, Kiryat Sefer, 21, 1944-1945, pp. 120-121. The title page decoration, a Torah shield, is the printer's device of R. Yisrael Bak.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 500.
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Auction 86 - Part I - Rare & Important Items
May 24, 2022
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Likutei Moharan (Kama and Tinyana), by R. Nachman of Breslov. [Breslov: printed in the home of his disciple R. Natan of Breslov, 1821]. Second edition. Incomplete copy.
Divisional title page for Part II ("Tinyana"). Mohyliv, the place of printing of the first edition, is emphasized on the title page: "This holy book was printed already ten years ago, and is now being reprinted with the addition of references… and with the addition of several new novellae which were not mentioned at all in the first books printed – in Mohyliv".
These books were arranged and printed by R. Natan of Breslov (Moharnat), disseminator of his teacher's doctrine. Disappointed with the quantity of errors which crept into the first edition, Moharnat decided to establish a special printing press in his home in Breslov for the purpose of printing the books of his prime teacher in holiness and purity. In the book Yemei Moharnat, he describes the difficulties in establishing the printing press: "…G-d helped me and placed in my heart thoughts and wonderful ideas, until I merited that year to establish a printing press and to print the books of our teacher, Likutei Moharan Kama and Tinyana…". R. Natan then recounts the many difficulties in obtaining paper (books from these printings are very rare, and were printed on unprocessed paper of uneven size), and the difficulties in obtaining governmental license. The press was eventually closed by the authorities and R. Natan was compelled to flee.
Incomplete copy. Leaf 4, 1-18, 21-122, [1]; [1], 1-43 leaves. Lacking 6 leaves: title page and leaves 2-3 of first sequence, leaves 19-20 of second sequence and leaf 44 of third sequence. 22.5 cm. Overall fair condition (first and final leaves in poor condition). Dark stains and traces of mold. Wear. Open tears, affecting text (primarily to first and final leaves), repaired in part with paper. Inscriptions in Oriental script on endpapers. New binding.
Divisional title page for Part II ("Tinyana"). Mohyliv, the place of printing of the first edition, is emphasized on the title page: "This holy book was printed already ten years ago, and is now being reprinted with the addition of references… and with the addition of several new novellae which were not mentioned at all in the first books printed – in Mohyliv".
These books were arranged and printed by R. Natan of Breslov (Moharnat), disseminator of his teacher's doctrine. Disappointed with the quantity of errors which crept into the first edition, Moharnat decided to establish a special printing press in his home in Breslov for the purpose of printing the books of his prime teacher in holiness and purity. In the book Yemei Moharnat, he describes the difficulties in establishing the printing press: "…G-d helped me and placed in my heart thoughts and wonderful ideas, until I merited that year to establish a printing press and to print the books of our teacher, Likutei Moharan Kama and Tinyana…". R. Natan then recounts the many difficulties in obtaining paper (books from these printings are very rare, and were printed on unprocessed paper of uneven size), and the difficulties in obtaining governmental license. The press was eventually closed by the authorities and R. Natan was compelled to flee.
Incomplete copy. Leaf 4, 1-18, 21-122, [1]; [1], 1-43 leaves. Lacking 6 leaves: title page and leaves 2-3 of first sequence, leaves 19-20 of second sequence and leaf 44 of third sequence. 22.5 cm. Overall fair condition (first and final leaves in poor condition). Dark stains and traces of mold. Wear. Open tears, affecting text (primarily to first and final leaves), repaired in part with paper. Inscriptions in Oriental script on endpapers. New binding.
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Auction 86 - Part I - Rare & Important Items
May 24, 2022
Opening: $2,800
Estimate: $4,000 - $5,000
Sold for: $5,750
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Meir Einei Chachamim, profound and inspiring Chassidic essays on the holiness of Chanukah and the commandment of lighting the Chanukah lights, by R. Meir Rabbi of Korostyshiv and Chodorkov (Khodorkiv). Sde Lavan (Bila Tserkva, presently: Ukraine): Tzvi Hirsh son of Zecharia, [1823]. First edition.
With approbations of R. Mordechai of Chernobyl, R. Avraham Dov of Ovruch author of Bat Ayin and others. Title page printed in red and black. Contents of the book: "Explanation of the commandment of lighting the Chanukah lights, arranging them, inserting the wicks, lighting with olive oil, the location of the lighting and the time of lighting… and adequate commentary for all the laws which are practiced during the eight days of Chanukah… we also added a homily for Parashat Shekalim and Parashat Zachor, homilies for Purim, for weddings and for Pidyon HaBen". R. Mordechai of Chernobyl writes in his approbation: "I am convinced that whoever studies his holy words, will find serenity for his soul, and they will light up his eyes and enthuse his heart to worship G-d… words emanating from the pure and holy heart of the author". The author, R. Meir was the close disciple of R. Zev Wolf of Zhitomir author of Or HaMeir, who was the inspiration for this book, as Chassidic tradition relates: "…This R. Meir once came to his teacher R. Zev Wolf of Zhitomir on Chanukah eve, and saw his holy teacher standing with his face aglow, cleaning the Chanukah lamp, for several hours, and he sensed the Kavanot that his teacher was concentrating on at that time. When R. Meir returned home, he composed this book on Chanukah, beautiful homilies according to various levels of interpretation… and he was a great wonder-worker and kabbalist" (Emunat Tzadikim).
Stamps in several places: R. "Pinchas Rabinowitz" – Rebbe Pinchas Rabinowitz (1861-1926) served as rebbe of Kontikoziva (Pribuzhany, Kherson region). He succeeded his father R. Yitzchak Yoel Rebbe of Linitz (Illintsi). He is described as "an outstanding scholar in the revealed realms of the Torah". His composition Avodat Yitzchak on the Torah remained in manuscript. His sons include: R. Yaakov Yisrael, Rebbe of Kherson and R. Menachem Nachum Rabinowitz Rabbi of Haifa. His sons-in-law include: Rebbe Moshe of Stolin and Rebbe Yitzchak of Skver (see: Encyclopedia of Chassidut, III, p. 539).
[4], 1-2, [2], 7-111 leaves. 19.5 cm. Bluish paper. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Worming. Significant stains and extensive worming to title page and several other leaves, affecting text. Marginal paper repairs to some of these leaves. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 28.
Less than five Hebrew titles were ever printed in Sde Lavan. The true name of town – Bila Tserkva, means "White Church". The Jews nicknamed it Sde Lavan (White Field), and it was sometimes euphemistically referred to in Yiddish as "Schwartze Tumme".
With approbations of R. Mordechai of Chernobyl, R. Avraham Dov of Ovruch author of Bat Ayin and others. Title page printed in red and black. Contents of the book: "Explanation of the commandment of lighting the Chanukah lights, arranging them, inserting the wicks, lighting with olive oil, the location of the lighting and the time of lighting… and adequate commentary for all the laws which are practiced during the eight days of Chanukah… we also added a homily for Parashat Shekalim and Parashat Zachor, homilies for Purim, for weddings and for Pidyon HaBen". R. Mordechai of Chernobyl writes in his approbation: "I am convinced that whoever studies his holy words, will find serenity for his soul, and they will light up his eyes and enthuse his heart to worship G-d… words emanating from the pure and holy heart of the author". The author, R. Meir was the close disciple of R. Zev Wolf of Zhitomir author of Or HaMeir, who was the inspiration for this book, as Chassidic tradition relates: "…This R. Meir once came to his teacher R. Zev Wolf of Zhitomir on Chanukah eve, and saw his holy teacher standing with his face aglow, cleaning the Chanukah lamp, for several hours, and he sensed the Kavanot that his teacher was concentrating on at that time. When R. Meir returned home, he composed this book on Chanukah, beautiful homilies according to various levels of interpretation… and he was a great wonder-worker and kabbalist" (Emunat Tzadikim).
Stamps in several places: R. "Pinchas Rabinowitz" – Rebbe Pinchas Rabinowitz (1861-1926) served as rebbe of Kontikoziva (Pribuzhany, Kherson region). He succeeded his father R. Yitzchak Yoel Rebbe of Linitz (Illintsi). He is described as "an outstanding scholar in the revealed realms of the Torah". His composition Avodat Yitzchak on the Torah remained in manuscript. His sons include: R. Yaakov Yisrael, Rebbe of Kherson and R. Menachem Nachum Rabinowitz Rabbi of Haifa. His sons-in-law include: Rebbe Moshe of Stolin and Rebbe Yitzchak of Skver (see: Encyclopedia of Chassidut, III, p. 539).
[4], 1-2, [2], 7-111 leaves. 19.5 cm. Bluish paper. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Worming. Significant stains and extensive worming to title page and several other leaves, affecting text. Marginal paper repairs to some of these leaves. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 28.
Less than five Hebrew titles were ever printed in Sde Lavan. The true name of town – Bila Tserkva, means "White Church". The Jews nicknamed it Sde Lavan (White Field), and it was sometimes euphemistically referred to in Yiddish as "Schwartze Tumme".
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Amarot Tehorot on Tehillim, by R. Eliezer HaLevi Horowitz, rabbi of Tarnogród. Warsaw: D. L. Sklower, 1838. The first Chassidic commentary printed on Tehillim.
R. Eliezer Ish Horowitz Rabbi of Tarnogród (d. 1806; Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, I, pp. 257-259), a holy and eminent Torah scholar. Descendant of the Shelah, disciple of R. Elimelech of Lizhensk and the Maggid of Zlotchov, and disciple-colleague of the Chozeh of Lublin and the Maggid of Kozhnitz. The Chozeh of Lublin acclaimed him: "...all his ways were for the sake of Heaven... and he was very exceptional and unparalleled, both in halachah and Aggadah...". Author of Noam Megadim UKavod HaTorah. He died and was buried in Kozhnitz (Kozienice), after visiting the city and stating: "This city is fit for burial".
[2], 67; 59 leaves. 22 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains and mold. Wear. Worming. Tears and open tears, not affecting text (minor damage to title page border). Inscriptions and stamps. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 597.
R. Eliezer Ish Horowitz Rabbi of Tarnogród (d. 1806; Encyclopedia L'Chassidut, I, pp. 257-259), a holy and eminent Torah scholar. Descendant of the Shelah, disciple of R. Elimelech of Lizhensk and the Maggid of Zlotchov, and disciple-colleague of the Chozeh of Lublin and the Maggid of Kozhnitz. The Chozeh of Lublin acclaimed him: "...all his ways were for the sake of Heaven... and he was very exceptional and unparalleled, both in halachah and Aggadah...". Author of Noam Megadim UKavod HaTorah. He died and was buried in Kozhnitz (Kozienice), after visiting the city and stating: "This city is fit for burial".
[2], 67; 59 leaves. 22 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains and mold. Wear. Worming. Tears and open tears, not affecting text (minor damage to title page border). Inscriptions and stamps. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 597.
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Tehillim, with the Nora Tehillot commentary compiled from the books of prominent Chassidic leaders, by an unknown author; with Seder Maamadot. [Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the rabbi of Slavita, ca. 1863].
The Nora Tehillot commentary found in this Tehillim is not known today, and there is no mention of it in any bibliographic listing or library catalog. The only reference we found to it is in the book Yalkut Divrei Chachamim (Jerusalem, 1948), p. 175, where it is quoted as the source for one passage: "Tehillim Nora Tehillot quoting Likutei R.M.L.". In the bibliography at the beginning of the book, the book Nora Tehillot is listed without any bibliographic details, unlike the other books).
This composition is mainly a compilation of commentaries on Tehillim by prominent Chassidic and Torah leaders, such as Or HaMeir, Duda'im BaSadeh (disciple of the Noam Elimelech), Maayan HaChochmah (by R. Asher Tzvi of Ostroh), the Maggid of Kozhnitz, R. Yeibi, Binah LeItim, Be'er Mayim Chaim, the rabbi of Polonne, Kav HaYashar, Be'er Mayim, Sidduro shel Shabbat, Likutei R.M.L. (R. Moshe Leib of Sassov), Noam Elimelech, Chazeh Tzion (by the Mishnat Chassidim), Amarot Tehorot, Kedushat Levi, Zot Zikaron (by the Chozeh of Lublin), Ohev Yisrael and others.
Several editions of the Book of Tehillim were printed in the press of the Shapira brothers in Zhitomir, starting from 1858. The present book has many similarities to these editions: the fonts and the page numbering; the Shimush Tehillim (directives for Tehillim usage) headings preceding each Psalm; Seder Maamadot, and other details. Upon comparing the decorative initial-word panel of the first verse to various Zhitomir editions, it becomes clear that the present book was indeed printed in Zhitomir in that period (see enclosed photocopies for comparison).
Our assumption is that this work was printed in Zhitomir in the early 1860s (ca. 1863), since it quotes commentaries from books printed in that time. The latest work mentioned in this book is Ohev Yisrael by the rebbe of Apta, first printed in Zhitomir in 1863 (the teachings were presumably taken from the book after it was printed). Conversely, the writer brings in several places teachings from "the Maggid of Kozhnitz, in manuscript", while the book Tehillot Yisrael on Tehillim by the Maggid of Kozhnitz was already printed in 1861 (the Maggid's commentary on Tehillim remained in manuscript form for many years, until being printed in Tehillot Yisrael; the author may have not obtained a printed copy of the book and continued using the manuscript copy in his possession).
Copy lacking beginning; Book of Tehillim itself complete, including Seder Maamadot at the end.
[1] leaf (presumably leaf 3), 4-152 leaves (lacking title page and presumably also following leaf). 18.5 cm. Overall good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Wear, worming, minor tears, damage and paper repairs to some leaves, slightly affecting text in several places. Large open tears to leaf [3], with loss to a quarter of text of Yehi Ratzon prayers (this leaf is detached). Inscriptions and stamps. Non-original binding, damaged.
The Nora Tehillot commentary found in this Tehillim is not known today, and there is no mention of it in any bibliographic listing or library catalog. The only reference we found to it is in the book Yalkut Divrei Chachamim (Jerusalem, 1948), p. 175, where it is quoted as the source for one passage: "Tehillim Nora Tehillot quoting Likutei R.M.L.". In the bibliography at the beginning of the book, the book Nora Tehillot is listed without any bibliographic details, unlike the other books).
This composition is mainly a compilation of commentaries on Tehillim by prominent Chassidic and Torah leaders, such as Or HaMeir, Duda'im BaSadeh (disciple of the Noam Elimelech), Maayan HaChochmah (by R. Asher Tzvi of Ostroh), the Maggid of Kozhnitz, R. Yeibi, Binah LeItim, Be'er Mayim Chaim, the rabbi of Polonne, Kav HaYashar, Be'er Mayim, Sidduro shel Shabbat, Likutei R.M.L. (R. Moshe Leib of Sassov), Noam Elimelech, Chazeh Tzion (by the Mishnat Chassidim), Amarot Tehorot, Kedushat Levi, Zot Zikaron (by the Chozeh of Lublin), Ohev Yisrael and others.
Several editions of the Book of Tehillim were printed in the press of the Shapira brothers in Zhitomir, starting from 1858. The present book has many similarities to these editions: the fonts and the page numbering; the Shimush Tehillim (directives for Tehillim usage) headings preceding each Psalm; Seder Maamadot, and other details. Upon comparing the decorative initial-word panel of the first verse to various Zhitomir editions, it becomes clear that the present book was indeed printed in Zhitomir in that period (see enclosed photocopies for comparison).
Our assumption is that this work was printed in Zhitomir in the early 1860s (ca. 1863), since it quotes commentaries from books printed in that time. The latest work mentioned in this book is Ohev Yisrael by the rebbe of Apta, first printed in Zhitomir in 1863 (the teachings were presumably taken from the book after it was printed). Conversely, the writer brings in several places teachings from "the Maggid of Kozhnitz, in manuscript", while the book Tehillot Yisrael on Tehillim by the Maggid of Kozhnitz was already printed in 1861 (the Maggid's commentary on Tehillim remained in manuscript form for many years, until being printed in Tehillot Yisrael; the author may have not obtained a printed copy of the book and continued using the manuscript copy in his possession).
Copy lacking beginning; Book of Tehillim itself complete, including Seder Maamadot at the end.
[1] leaf (presumably leaf 3), 4-152 leaves (lacking title page and presumably also following leaf). 18.5 cm. Overall good-fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Wear, worming, minor tears, damage and paper repairs to some leaves, slightly affecting text in several places. Large open tears to leaf [3], with loss to a quarter of text of Yehi Ratzon prayers (this leaf is detached). Inscriptions and stamps. Non-original binding, damaged.
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May 24, 2022
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Two editions of the book Derech Chaim VeTochachat Mussar Haskel, "Words of reproach, which subjugate man's heart and bring him closer to his Father in heaven, in complete repentance", with Shaar HaTeshuvah and Shaar HaTefillah, by R. Dov Ber, the Mitteler Rebbe of Lubavitch.
1. Derech Chaim VeTochachat Mussar Haskel. Kopust (Kopys): R. Yisrael Yoffe, prominent disciple of the Baal HaTanya, [after 1819?].
In his preface to this book, the Mitteler Rebbe mentions how Chabad Chassidim cherish manuscripts, preferring them over printed books.
[5], 189 leaves. 16.5 cm. Greenish paper. Fair condition. Stains, including significant dampstains and traces of past dampness, with mold. Wear. Open tears to title page and several other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Worming, affecting text. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 138.
2. Derech Chaim VeTochachat Mussar Haskel. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the Rabbi of Slavita, 1863.
111 leaves. 20.5 cm. Good condition. Stains. Minor worming. Stamps. New leather binding.
1. Derech Chaim VeTochachat Mussar Haskel. Kopust (Kopys): R. Yisrael Yoffe, prominent disciple of the Baal HaTanya, [after 1819?].
In his preface to this book, the Mitteler Rebbe mentions how Chabad Chassidim cherish manuscripts, preferring them over printed books.
[5], 189 leaves. 16.5 cm. Greenish paper. Fair condition. Stains, including significant dampstains and traces of past dampness, with mold. Wear. Open tears to title page and several other leaves, affecting text, repaired with paper. Worming, affecting text. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 138.
2. Derech Chaim VeTochachat Mussar Haskel. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the Rabbi of Slavita, 1863.
111 leaves. 20.5 cm. Good condition. Stains. Minor worming. Stamps. New leather binding.
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Two classic works of Chabad Chassidut – Likutei Torah (first edition, in four volumes), and Torah Or, with Hosafot LeSefer Torah Or (first edition of the supplements):
1. Likutei Torah, four parts, Chassidic essays on the books of Vayikra-Devarim, the festivals and Shir HaShirim, by Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi – the Baal HaTanya. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa, R. Aryeh Leib and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the Rabbi of Slavita, 1848. First edition.
Likutei Torah is considered one of the most important and fundamental books in Chabad Chassidic thought. The book contains the discourses on the books of Vayikra-Devarim (and on Parashiot Beshalach and Pekudei), while the discourses on the books of Bereshit and Shemot are printed in the book Torah Or (Kopust 1837).
The book contains homilies which the Baal HaTanya delivered to the public on Shabbat and festivals, as well as commentaries which he gave over to his sons and select disciples during the course of the week, to clarify what he had said in the Shabbat sermon. The homilies mostly deal with the Chassidic approach to worship of G-d, while the commentaries explain and simplify kabbalistic concepts, based on Chassidic teachings.
The book was written and arranged by the grandson and close disciple of the Baal HaTanya, the Tzemach Tzedek. A third of the book comprises glosses and sources written by the Tzemach Tzedek. The book was brought to print by the sons of the Tzemach Tzedek, Rebbe Yehuda Leib of Kopust and Rebbe Chaim Shneur Zalman of Liadi.
The book Beit Rebbi (Berdychiv 1902, I, p. 173) reports in the name of one of the rebbes (presumably the Magen Avot of Kopust), that the homilies in Likutei Torah are word for word the teachings which the Baal HaTanya received from R. Avraham HaMalach, son of the Maggid of Mezeritch, and that each letter is permeated with Divine Inspiration.
Four volumes. Vol. I (Vayikra): [2], 8; 50 leaves. Vol. II (Bamidbar): [1], 96 leaves. Vol. III (Devarim): [1], 100 leaves. Vol. IV (Shir HaShirim): [1], 2-3, 3-51 leaves. 27.5-29.5 cm. Vols. III and IV wide-margined. Condition varies, good-fair to fair. Stains, including dampstains. Vols. I and II with many dampstains. Tears to several leaves, repaired with paper. Tears to title page of vol. I, affecting text and border, repaired with paper. Wear and creases to title page of vol. I and several other leaves. Worming, affecting text. Several places reinforced with paper and tape. Handwritten inscriptions. New bindings.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 297.
The Vayikra volume of Likutei Torah includes a leaf of approbations (leaf [2]) which is not listed in the Bibliography of the Hebrew Book or in Stefansky Chassidut, nor does it appear in any other copy known to us.
2. Torah Or, Chassidic essays on Bereshit and Shemot, Chanukah and Purim, including Hosafot LeSefer Torah Or (Supplements to Torah Or), by Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi – the Baal HaTanya. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the Rabbi of Slavita, 1862. First edition of the supplements.
Two title pages at the beginning of the book (the first one printed in red and black). The second title page states: "Reprinted most elegantly and corrected…". Divisional title page for Hosafot LeSefer Torah Or.
The supplements include 15 new essays of the Baal HaTanya. While most of the book is based on the writings of the author's brother, R. Yehuda Leib of Janowiec, the essays printed in the supplements were written by the author's son, Rebbe Dov Ber, the Mitteler Rebbe of Lubavitch, as the title page of this section states.
A tradition is cited in the book Beit Rebbi (Berdychiv 1902, II, p. 34), that the essays printed in the supplements were edited and abridged by the Tzemach Tzedek, son-in-law of the Mitteler Rebbe.
102; 24 leaves. 26.5 cm. Good condition. Stains. Handwritten inscriptions. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 612.
1. Likutei Torah, four parts, Chassidic essays on the books of Vayikra-Devarim, the festivals and Shir HaShirim, by Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi – the Baal HaTanya. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa, R. Aryeh Leib and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the Rabbi of Slavita, 1848. First edition.
Likutei Torah is considered one of the most important and fundamental books in Chabad Chassidic thought. The book contains the discourses on the books of Vayikra-Devarim (and on Parashiot Beshalach and Pekudei), while the discourses on the books of Bereshit and Shemot are printed in the book Torah Or (Kopust 1837).
The book contains homilies which the Baal HaTanya delivered to the public on Shabbat and festivals, as well as commentaries which he gave over to his sons and select disciples during the course of the week, to clarify what he had said in the Shabbat sermon. The homilies mostly deal with the Chassidic approach to worship of G-d, while the commentaries explain and simplify kabbalistic concepts, based on Chassidic teachings.
The book was written and arranged by the grandson and close disciple of the Baal HaTanya, the Tzemach Tzedek. A third of the book comprises glosses and sources written by the Tzemach Tzedek. The book was brought to print by the sons of the Tzemach Tzedek, Rebbe Yehuda Leib of Kopust and Rebbe Chaim Shneur Zalman of Liadi.
The book Beit Rebbi (Berdychiv 1902, I, p. 173) reports in the name of one of the rebbes (presumably the Magen Avot of Kopust), that the homilies in Likutei Torah are word for word the teachings which the Baal HaTanya received from R. Avraham HaMalach, son of the Maggid of Mezeritch, and that each letter is permeated with Divine Inspiration.
Four volumes. Vol. I (Vayikra): [2], 8; 50 leaves. Vol. II (Bamidbar): [1], 96 leaves. Vol. III (Devarim): [1], 100 leaves. Vol. IV (Shir HaShirim): [1], 2-3, 3-51 leaves. 27.5-29.5 cm. Vols. III and IV wide-margined. Condition varies, good-fair to fair. Stains, including dampstains. Vols. I and II with many dampstains. Tears to several leaves, repaired with paper. Tears to title page of vol. I, affecting text and border, repaired with paper. Wear and creases to title page of vol. I and several other leaves. Worming, affecting text. Several places reinforced with paper and tape. Handwritten inscriptions. New bindings.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 297.
The Vayikra volume of Likutei Torah includes a leaf of approbations (leaf [2]) which is not listed in the Bibliography of the Hebrew Book or in Stefansky Chassidut, nor does it appear in any other copy known to us.
2. Torah Or, Chassidic essays on Bereshit and Shemot, Chanukah and Purim, including Hosafot LeSefer Torah Or (Supplements to Torah Or), by Rebbe Shneur Zalman of Liadi – the Baal HaTanya. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the Rabbi of Slavita, 1862. First edition of the supplements.
Two title pages at the beginning of the book (the first one printed in red and black). The second title page states: "Reprinted most elegantly and corrected…". Divisional title page for Hosafot LeSefer Torah Or.
The supplements include 15 new essays of the Baal HaTanya. While most of the book is based on the writings of the author's brother, R. Yehuda Leib of Janowiec, the essays printed in the supplements were written by the author's son, Rebbe Dov Ber, the Mitteler Rebbe of Lubavitch, as the title page of this section states.
A tradition is cited in the book Beit Rebbi (Berdychiv 1902, II, p. 34), that the essays printed in the supplements were edited and abridged by the Tzemach Tzedek, son-in-law of the Mitteler Rebbe.
102; 24 leaves. 26.5 cm. Good condition. Stains. Handwritten inscriptions. New binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 612.
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Ohev Yisrael, Chassidic homiletics on the Torah portions, by Rebbe Avraham Yehoshua Heshel of Apta. Zhitomir: R. Chanina Lipa and R. Yehoshua Heshel Shapira, grandsons of the rabbi of Slavita, 1863. First edition.
The book was brought to press by the author's grandson, Rebbe Meshulam Zusia of Zinkov (Zinkiv). In his foreword, he relates how his father, Rebbe Yitzchak Meir, son of the author, realized that many were copying the rebbe's teachings – each person according to his own understanding, and was concerned that this would lead to mistakes. He therefore chose one astute, outstanding Torah scholar and designated him to record the holy teachings, after which the writings were reviewed, and when necessary corrected, by the rebbe. Further in the foreword, he explains that the book was named Ohev Yisrael, based on the author's repeated assertion that the one character trait in which he could confidently take pride, even before the Heavenly court, was his outstanding love for his fellow Jew. Before his demise, he instructed his sons to write no other praise on his tombstone but Ohev Yisrael (Lover of Jews).
In his approbation (to the Lviv edition), R. Yosef Shaul Nathansohn writes: "...he loved every Jewish person with his heart and soul, and would show great affection particularly to Torah scholars. And our fathers related to us that while he was here [in Lviv], all the leading Torah scholars of the city would arise early to come and absorb his wondrous teachings...".
Signatures: "Ze'ev Wolf"; "Ze'ev Bak of Tiberias…". Stamps: "Simcha Bunim HaLevi"; "Uri Felshin, shochet and bodek – Zichron Yaakov"; and various other stamps.
[1], 117 leaves. 23 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Tears and open tears, not affecting text. Worming affecting text. Ink erosion to center of title page. Inscriptions, signatures and many stamps. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 19.
The book was brought to press by the author's grandson, Rebbe Meshulam Zusia of Zinkov (Zinkiv). In his foreword, he relates how his father, Rebbe Yitzchak Meir, son of the author, realized that many were copying the rebbe's teachings – each person according to his own understanding, and was concerned that this would lead to mistakes. He therefore chose one astute, outstanding Torah scholar and designated him to record the holy teachings, after which the writings were reviewed, and when necessary corrected, by the rebbe. Further in the foreword, he explains that the book was named Ohev Yisrael, based on the author's repeated assertion that the one character trait in which he could confidently take pride, even before the Heavenly court, was his outstanding love for his fellow Jew. Before his demise, he instructed his sons to write no other praise on his tombstone but Ohev Yisrael (Lover of Jews).
In his approbation (to the Lviv edition), R. Yosef Shaul Nathansohn writes: "...he loved every Jewish person with his heart and soul, and would show great affection particularly to Torah scholars. And our fathers related to us that while he was here [in Lviv], all the leading Torah scholars of the city would arise early to come and absorb his wondrous teachings...".
Signatures: "Ze'ev Wolf"; "Ze'ev Bak of Tiberias…". Stamps: "Simcha Bunim HaLevi"; "Uri Felshin, shochet and bodek – Zichron Yaakov"; and various other stamps.
[1], 117 leaves. 23 cm. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains. Tears and open tears, not affecting text. Worming affecting text. Ink erosion to center of title page. Inscriptions, signatures and many stamps. New leather binding.
Stefansky Chassidut, no. 19.
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