Auction 11
Rare Hebrew Books & Manuscripts, Rabbinic Letters and Judaica
By Taj Art
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Dec 24, 2023
Jerusalem, Israel
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LOT 27:
Sefer Yesod: 'Gevurot Hashem'. The MaHaral of Prague’s Commentary on the Passover Haggadah. Krakow, 1582. Printed ...
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Sefer Yesod: 'Gevurot Hashem'. The MaHaral of Prague’s Commentary on the Passover Haggadah. Krakow, 1582. Printed by the MaHaral.
First edition of the MaHaral of Prague, Rabbi Yehuda Loew’s second book. Complete copy including the 3 rare leaves!
The MaHaral of Prague’s commentary was reprinted many times. This edition is the only one the MaHaral himself printed during his lifetime, although it was published anonymously.
The last 3 leaves of the book include a summary of the laws of Passover and Yayin Nesech. The MaHaral reproaches those who are not careful with these laws and use the forbidden wine for Kiddush and the Four Cups of wine on Seder night.
These 3 leaves are exceedingly rare and do not appear in all copies.
The MaHaral of Prague, Rabbi Yehuda Loew (deceased 1609) was a leading Torah scholar. He authored famed, in-depth compositions. His actions on behalf the Jews of Prague were legendary. The renowned Golem of Prague was attributed to him.
Krakow, 1582.
First edition.
93, [3]. 28 cm. Complete copy. Good condition. The left corner of the title page has been lightly and professionally restored. Slight repairs on the corners of the 6 leaves following the title page. The last leaf is lightly restored on the margins. Overall good condition.
Stefasnsky Sifrei Yesod 452. Yudlov Otzar HaHaggadot 29.
Valuable and Rare Book.
