Sepher Ha’aruch [dictionary of the Talmud]
AUCTION 44 |
Thursday, June 25th,
2009 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Hebrew Printed Books, Manuscripts, Autograph Letters, Graphic & Ceremonial Art
Lot 209
NATHAN BEN YECHIEL OF ROME.
Sepher Ha’aruch [dictionary of the Talmud]
Venice: Daniel Bomberg 1531
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
PRICE REALIZED $1,800
R. Nathan’s Aruch is “a manifestation not only of its author’s brilliance and deep acquaintance with sources, but also of his encyclopaedic knowledge. Indeed, in some instances it is the sole source for ancient traditions of Talmudic interpretation.” S. B. Linderman, Sefer Sarid Be’arachin (1972), introduction