(RaMCHa”L). Choker U’mekubal [“The Philosopher and the Kabbalist”]

Estimate: $1,500–$2,000
Hammer price: $1,500

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author

LUZZATTO, MOSES CHAIM.

printer

Tzvi Hirsch Margalioth

Place

Shklow

Publication

1785

Description

FIRST EDITION.

references

Vinograd, Shklow 31.

summary

A Socratic dialogue between a philosopher and a Lurianic kabbalist. The author responds to criticisms against the Kabbalah which were current among the rationalists in Italy and attempts to prove that only Lurianic Kabbalah can provide a satisfactory answer to Judaism’s theological questions.

ff. 27. Closely shaved, browned. Modern calf-backed marbled boards. 8vo.

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