Sepher Ben Levi [collection of ethical teachings].

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Rare & Excellent Hebrew Printed Books: From the Library of Arthur A. Marx

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Lot 407
SEGAL, MOSHE GIMPEL.

Sepher Ben Levi [collection of ethical teachings].

<<First Edition.>> ff. 28. Stained, closely shaved, marginal repairs. Modern marbled boards. Sm. 4to. Vinograd, Jerusalem 78.

Jerusalem: Israel Bak 1850

Est: $400 - $600
The author writes in his pietistic introduction: “This composition is not intended for those [constantly] sitting among books and delving into Torah, but rather for those who are harried by earning a sustenance and income - for them this work is intended [that they may] read it on the holy Sabbath and during the day when available.”