Sepher Shamayim Chadashim [commentary to Maimonides’s Guide to the Perplexed]ƒ.

Estimate: $800–$1,200
Hammer price: $1,300

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author

ABRABANEL, DON ISAAC.

printer

W. Heidenheim

Place

Roedelheim

Publication

1829

Description

FIRST EDITION.

references

Vinograd, Roedelheim 136.

summary

Abrabanel’s important philosophical exposition on Part 2, Chapter 19 of the Rambam’s Moreh Nevuchim, focusing on the notion of Creatio Ex Nihilo. As such, the universe presents no pre-existent matter to limit the power of God. The Abrabanel also discusses here the purpose of Creation and the experience of the Divine Presence.

ff. (2),51, (1). Worn, and stained in places. Contemporary calf backed boards, worn. Sm. 4to.

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