Eldad UMeidad Sur MeRa [dialogue regarding the evils of gambling]

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

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author

MODENA, JUDAH ARYEH (LEONE) DA

printer

Anton Heinseit

Place

Frankfurt a/Main

Publication

1713

references

Vinograd, Frankfurt a/Main 305

summary

Rabbi Leon Modena (1571-1648) of Venice, was notorious for his addiction to gambling. While his character Eldad in the present study is most condemnatory in his treatment of gambling, Eldad's companion Meidad cannot be swayed and puts up a seemingly well-reasoned defense of the practice. See EJ, Vol. XII, cols.202-204.

ff.8. Lightly browned. Modern wrappers. 12mo

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