Abudraham [laws of and commentary to, the prayers]

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ABUDRAHAM, DAVID

Abudraham [laws of and commentary to, the prayers]

Printer\'s device on title (Yaari, Hebrew Printers' Marks 34). ff. 147. Dampstained, repaired worming with some loss of text. Modern tan calf. Sm. 4to. Vinograd, Venice 512.

Venice: Giorgio di Cavalli 1566

Est: $500 - $700

PRICE REALIZED $450

Abudraham sought to establish structure within liturgical practices by providing the rationale behind many customs, as well as explanation to the text of all daily, Sabbath, monthly and Festival prayers. All in all it comprises an invaluable encyclopedia concerning the ritual customs of Spain, France and Germany.