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books from the Rothschild family library, books from the 15th and 16th centuries, books of Kabbalah and Chassidus, Chabad, manuscripts, amulets, and Judaica items, and more.
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LOT 193:
Long Handwritten Letter by Rabbi Moshe Malka, Head of the Moroccan Community in Jerusalem, Adar 1872, Paris
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Sold for: $120 (₪439)
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Long Handwritten Letter by Rabbi Moshe Malka, Head of the Moroccan Community in Jerusalem, Adar 1872, Paris
Description:
This is an authentic handwritten letter by Rabbi Moshe Malka, the Rabbi of the Moroccan Jewish Community (Edat HaMizrah) in Jerusalem, dated Adar, 1872. The letter was written to Rabbi Yaakov David Maroni from Italy and contains historically significant content.
Key Features:
The letter is personally written and signed by Rabbi Moshe Malka, a prominent rabbi and leader of the Moroccan Jewish community in Jerusalem.
The letter discusses personal matters, including greetings, updates on his travels, and requests. It also describes his experiences in the cities of Italy and France, reflecting the community ties and Jewish life in these regions during the late 19th century.
Rabbi Moshe Malka speaks about his success in France, indicating that he is well-regarded and influential in the Jewish world there. He also requests that Rabbi Maroni send his letters to Jerusalem and communicates his love for the Land of Israel.
A historical highlight of the letter is a statement about the infamous rabbi of Cuneo, who is referred to as a "heretic" for desecrating the name of God, hinting at a religious dispute or controversy that was taking place at the time.
The letter offers an interesting historical snapshot of Jewish life and rabbinic dynamics in Europe and Jerusalem in the 19th century, as well as the importance of community connections and religious leadership.
Condition:
The letter consists of 2 pages, measuring 13x20 cm.
It is in good condition, though there is a tear on part of the page, but there is no loss of text.
The handwriting is clear and well-preserved, providing insight into the personal correspondence of a key rabbinic figure in 19th-century Jerusalem.
Historical Context:
Rabbi Moshe Malka was a significant figure in the Moroccan Jewish community in Jerusalem during the late 19th century. He was actively involved in religious leadership and rabbinic matters, particularly in the Moroccan diaspora.
The letter’s contents reflect the religious tensions and disputes that were common among Jewish communities in Europe, particularly between more traditional and reformist factions. The mention of Cuneo may refer to conflicts involving Jewish law and halakhic authority in that region.
The letter also serves as a testament to the strong communal networks of Jewish leaders across Europe and the Middle East during this period, and the importance of correspondence and information exchange between Jewish scholars and rabbis.
