Masechta Midoth - Talmudis Babylonici Codex Middoth sive de Mensuris Templi.

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Masechta Midoth - Talmudis Babylonici Codex Middoth sive de Mensuris Templi.

<<FIRST EDITION.>> Hebrew original and Latin translation in parallel columns interspersed with Latin commentary by Constantin L'Empereur. The commentary also includes sporadic use of Arabic, Greek and Hebrew. Includes polyglot indices. pp. (40), (2 folded leaves of plates), 194, (14). Printer's device known as “le Solataire” (the hermit with elm tree and vine, with motto "Non solus") on title page. Head- and tail-pieces, historiated initials. Previous owner’s notes on verso of flyleaf, paper tape covering inscription on title.) Contemporary vellum with modern morocco labels. 4to.

Leiden: Bonaventura & Abraham Elzevir 1630

Est: $400 - $600

A work on the Talmudic tractate on Temple architecture, measurements and arrangements. The two foldout leaves of plate are the plan for the Temple and its key, identifying the various sections, compartments, and vessels of the Temple. Prepared by the Dutch Hebraist Constantijn L'Empereur (1591–1648).