Nephesh Hachaim [ethics]

Estimate: $400–$600
Hammer price: $450

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author

VOLOZHINER, CHAIM

printer

Partners Mann & Zimmel

Place

Vilna & Grodno

Publication

1824

Description

FIRST EDITION

references

Vinograd, Vilna 183

summary

The most fundamental tract to outline the weltanschauung of Lithuanian Jewry. Written by the principle disciple of the Vilna Gaon, the author was the acknowledged leader of the Mithnagid Movement following his establishment of the Volozhin Yeshiva in 1802

ff. 63. Previous owner’s stamp crudely removed from title, some wear. Modern calf-backed boards. Sm. 4to

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