Sha’arei Dura [Rabbinic Code]. With commentary Atereth Shlomo by Shlomo Luria (MaHaRSHA”L)

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ISAAC BEN MEIR OF DÜREN.

Sha’arei Dura [Rabbinic Code]. With commentary Atereth Shlomo by Shlomo Luria (MaHaRSHA”L)

ff. 54, 7. Stained in places, marginal repairs to title, with previous owner's signature "Shimon Auerbach" on title, scattered marginalia and corrections in a neat Ashkenazic hand. Contemporary blind-tooled calf with later ties, rubbed. Ex-library. Sm. folio Vinograd, Lublin 77; Mehlman 740

Lublin: Joel ben Aaron Halevi and Partners 1599

Est: $800 - $1,200

R. Isaac of Duren (second half of 13th century) was a pre-eminent German halachic authority. His Sha'arei Dura is one of the most important codes concerning dietary and menstrual laws. It is based upon the traditions of both Germany and France and became the basis for halacha in these particular areas. The MaHaRSHA”L's commentary is appreciated for its clarity and orderly, erudite presentation.