Derech Emunah [philosophy]

Estimate: $3,000–$5,000
Hammer price: $3,500

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author

BIBAGO, ABRAHAM BEN SHEM-TOV.

printer

n.p.

Place

Constantinople

Publication

1521

Description

First Edition.

references

Vinograd, Const. 127; Mehlman 1193.

summary

Rare. The Spanish rationalist philosopher, Abraham Bibago was born in the province of Aragon and resided in Huesca and Saragossa. He likely died just prior to the Expulsion of Jews from Spain. According to Isaac Arama, Bibago was “one of the most important scholars and philosophers of our people” (Akeidath Yitzchak, gate 80).

ff. 102. Some marginal worming, previous owner’s marks, dampsoiling and repairs at lower corners toward end with loss of text. Later boards, lightly worn. Sm. folio.

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