Auction 20
Lot 023:
One of the most important books gracing Jewish bookshelves across the generations. By Rabbi Yeshayahu HaLevi Horwitz, the Shla. With Vavei HaAmudim, by Rabbi Shabtai Sheptil Horwitz, son of the author, and indices Toldot Adam. At the beginning of the book are two covers (the first was filled in). Additional covers for Vavei HaAmudim and Toldot Adam. Printed by Emmanuel ben Yosef Attias. Complete copy of the handsome edition and a known segula. In the letters of the Rayatz of Lubavitch, he writes about this edition: “discovery of this holy book caused a peaceful spirit above, and in that year was born the Ba’al Shem Tov.” | Signatures and stamps of rabbis. Thick, quality paper. Recycled cover partially printed. Stains. Professional restoration. Half-leather, new binding. | [4], 422, 44 [12] pages. 30.5cm. Generally good condition.
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