Devotional Exercises for the Use of Jewish Women on Public and Domestic Occasions. Translated into English, from the German of Dr. W. Wessely, by <<Miriam Wertheimer.>>

Auction 95 | Thursday, November 11th, 2021 at 11:00am
Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts, Rabbinic Letters, Ceremonial & Graphic Art

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Lot 378
(WOMEN).

Devotional Exercises for the Use of Jewish Women on Public and Domestic Occasions. Translated into English, from the German of Dr. W. Wessely, by <<Miriam Wertheimer.>>

List of female subscribers on the last few leaves includes names from England, Germany, Sweden, Canada, the United States and the West Indies. pp. (2), 72, (4). Pencil inscription on opening blank, trace foxed, gutter split. Original blind-stamped cloth, gilt-titled on upper cover, gently rubbed at extremities. 8vo.

Birmingham, England: R. Matthison 1852

Est: $600 - $900
<<A charming collection of prayers for women, prepared by a woman.>> “There are occasions of a special nature which would seem to require a more peculiar form of prayer and praise, bringing the soul, like the primitive adorations of the early patriarchs, into immediate communion, as if listening to and conversing with its divine Progenitor. More especially, are such prayers required by the daughters of Israel, many of whom though animated with fervent piety and gratitude, seek in vain for words expressive of their ardent feelings and the meek but heavenward aspirations which elevate their souls amidst every daily duty and every earthly occurrence.”