Joseph Juspa Hahan (Nordlingen). Yoseph Ometz [laws and customs, especially of Frankfurt a/Main].

Estimate: $150–$200
Hammer price: $100

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author

(CEREMONIES)

printer

Johann Kellner

Place

Frankfurt a/ Main

Publication

1723

Description

FIRST EDITION. Portions in Yiddish.

references

Vinograd, Frankfurt a/Main 424.

summary

Valuable source-book for the history of Frankfurt Jewry. Records the ritual customs distinct to the Community, as well as liturgical questions and issues relating to education and morality. Also records Christian holidays and the civil calendar.

ff. (8), 1-74, 76-77, 75, 78-162, 167-177, 184-187, 190-201, 208-212. Incomplete. Browned, damp-stained in places, previous owners’ signatures and stamps. Slight inner marginal tear on title taped. Modern calf. 8vo.

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