(First Prime Minister of the State of Israel, 1886-1973). Typed Letter Signed, in Hebrew on Prime Minister’s letterhead, to Rabbi Y.L. HaKohen Maimon.

Estimate: $2,000–$2,500
Hammer price: $3,400

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BEN-GURION, DAVID

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21st November

Place

Jerusalem

Publication

1961

Description

Filled with lavish praise: “You are the only person to my knowledge, who combines the Talmudic scholarship of a genius, a literary talent befitting the great of the generation, and an unparalleled love of Israel. Your life is a blessing to Israel and your literary work enriches us all. May this strength remain with you for 120 years and more.”

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Rabbi Yehuda Leib Maimon (1875-1962) was a prolific scholar and leader of the Mizrachi Party. He served as Minister of Religion of the State of Israel from 1948-61.

Single page. Central fold. 8vo.

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