(Gaon of Vilna). Peirush al Kama Aggadoth [kabbalistic elucidation of the Aggadic material concerning Rabbah Bar Chana, the Elders of Athens and others].

Estimate: $300–$500
Hammer price: $700

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author

ELIJAH, BEN SOLOMON ZALMAN.

printer

Wielmoznega Kanonika

Place

Vilna

Publication

1800

Description

FIRST EDITION.

references

Vinograd, Vilna 15; Vinograd, Gr’a 460.

summary

With approbations from the Dayanim of Vilna who bear witness that this work is an authentic text written in the Gaon’s own hand. With introductions by the Gaon’s children and by R. Chaim of Volozhin, the Gaon’s principle disciple.

ff. (4), 15. Previous owners’ signatures on title (Sheftel b. Meir of Horodna), some leaves closely shaved touching some letters. Modern boards. 4to.

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