(RaSHBa”TZ). Kesheth U’Magen. Comprised of Duran’s Magen Avoth [commentary to Ethics of the Fathers] and his son Shlomo’s (RaSHBa’SH) Milchemeth Mitzvah [in defense of the Talmud].

Estimate: $500–$700
Hammer price: $600

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author

DURAN, SHIMON BEN TZEMACH

Place

(Livorno

Publication

1785)

Description

First edition. Two works, issued together.

references

Vinograd, Livorno 214.

summary

The decision to publish these two works - of father and son together, is compared to “two prophets who prophesy in the same style - both strengthening the holy Torah.”

ff. 39. Stained, taped repairs to worming with some loss. Modern morocco. Sm. 4to.

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