Auction 85 - Judaica: Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinical Letters, Ceremonial Art

Manuscript, Bedtime Shema Service According to Kabbalah – Italy, 18th/19th Century

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Sold for: $625
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Manuscript, bedtime Shema service according to Kabbalah. [Italy, ca. 18th/19th century].
Square script (first third of manuscript vocalized). Includes the common order of bedtime Shema, with the addition of a long vidui, various Psalms, and Psalm 119 divided into the days of the week, as found in the writings of leading kabbalists (the Arizal and the Ramak).
[58] leaves. Approx. 13 cm. Wide margins. Thick paper. Good condition. Stains (ink smudging and ink stains in several places). Original leather binding, with minor defects. Owner's initials on front and back board: M.V.


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Italian Jewry – Manuscripts, Books and Documents
Italian Jewry – Manuscripts, Books and Documents