(RaMCHa’L). Derech Chochmah, Ma’amar al HaHagadoth, Ma’amar Ha’Ikarim, Ma’amar HaChochmah.

Estimate: $1,000–$1,500
Hammer price: $1,300

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author

LUZZATTO, MOSHE CHAIM

printer

Proops Widow and Orphans

Place

Amsterdam

Publication

1783

Description

FIRST EDITION. Four parts in one. Four divisional titles.

references

Vinograd, Amsterdam 2129.

summary

Four celebrated texts by this fascinating Italian mystic and thinker: 1) A dialogue between a young person and a sage, with the latter encouraging the devotion of life to Torah study especially Kabbalah. 2) Discusses differing Agadoth and their metaphorical essence. 3) Discourse on prophecy, Heaven and Hell, fundamentals of Belief. 4) An analysis of various liturgical passages, as well as particular Kabbalistic themes.

ff. (5), 5, (1), 3, (1), 7, (1), 10. Ex-library, opening title backed on verso, final page with paper repairs. Later boards. 8vo.

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