Laws of the State of Israel. Authorised Translation from the Hebrew.

Estimate: $600–$800
Hammer price: $550

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author

(ISRAEL, STATE OF).

printer

Jerusalem Post Press

Place

Jerusalem

Publication

1948

Description

Vol. I. Ordinances, 5708-1948.

summary

Includes the very first official translation of Israel’s Declaration of Independence into the English language. Contains the very first laws enacted by the nascent State including those relating to defense and terrorism, tax and budgets, as well as establishing the official days of rest to be tied to the Jewish calendar.

pp. 103, (1). Ex-library. Original printed wrappers, dampstained. 8vo.

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