(Foremost Posek, 1761-1837). Autograph Manuscript Signed, written in Hebrew.

Estimate: $10,000–$15,000
Hammer price: $19,000

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author

EGER, AKIVA

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22nd Sivan

Place

Posen

Publication

1820

Description

Signed: “HaKatan Akiva Ginz Me’Eisenstadt.” Concerning a problem with the kosher meat supplied by local butchers, a matter in which R. Akiva Eiger here rules leniently (as a temporary measure only) in order to benefit the poor of the city.

summary

R. Akiva Eger (1761-1837) was one of the most outstanding, Rabbinic leaders of his time. His responsa, novellae and sermons enjoyed unprecedented praise and respect, and are to this day assiduously consulted by all Jews, universally. Although he was famously the rabbi of Posen, he signs here utilizing his father’s name, Moshe Günz of Eisenstadt.

(Details available upon request). One page. Folio.

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