1. Sefer Mikhlal Yofi by Rabbi Shlomo Ibn Melech. This is an encyclopedic work on biblical research and commentary. The author collected interpretations of the Scriptures in the order of the Tanakh from 39 works by prominent grammarians and commentators, which he lists at the end of the sefer. He also examines the Scriptures, offering insights on word roots, conjugations, and verbs.
Amsterdam, 1684.
2. Sefer Avak Sofrim.
Sermons and interpretations on the Torah and the Aggadot of the Sages, by Rabbi Avraham ben Levi Conque of Hebron. One of the famous emissaries from Hebron, he traveled through many European communities for about ten years and became acquainted with many great rabbis who endorsed his work. In his youth, he met the false messiah Shabtai Tzvi and described his ways in a manuscript that was later published by Rabbi Yaakov Emden in his sefer Torat HaKenaot.
This sefer (pages 103–106) includes letters to Rabbi Moshe Zacuto (the Ramaz) and Rabbi Yehuda Brial, who asked him questions about Shabtai Tzvi. The author seems cautious in his responses, avoiding clear answers and writing that such matters should not be made public. The answers are written in beautiful rhymed verse, showcasing his great skill in poetic expression.
This sefer (pages 103–106) includes letters to Rabbi Moshe Zacuto (the Ramaz) and Rabbi Yehuda Brial, who asked him questions about Shabtai Tzvi. The author seems cautious in his responses, avoiding clear answers and writing that such matters should not be made public. The answers are written in beautiful rhymed verse, showcasing his great skill in poetic expression.
Amsterdam, 1704. Printed by Natnael Foa. First edition.
3. Sefer Tzof Devash on the Torah, which includes Megillat Setarim on the Book of Esther, Hatza’at Rut on the Book of Ruth, Otzar Nechmad on Psalms, and Mishgav Ha’Emot on Eishet Chayil. By Rabbi Vidal HaTzarfati, head of the rabbinical court in Fez, Morocco.
First edition, Amsterdam 1718.
4. An important edition of the fundamental work by Rabbi Eliyahu Mizrachi, explaining Rashi’s commentary on the Torah. Amsterdam, 1718.
Includes an ancient map of the Land of Israel (page 211). This specific map first appeared in the Venice edition of 1527 and is considered one of the earliest printed maps of the Land of Israel.
With endorsements for this particular edition from the rabbis of Amsterdam.
On the title page is an antique signature:
"Hakatan Meir Hausen." Rabbi Meir was the son of R’ Israel of Altona and the son-in-law of Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Levin, Ab”d Berlin and grandson of the Chacham Tzvi. Rabbi Meir succeeded his father as a leader of the Altona community and was one of the great scholars of the "Kloiz" of Rabbi Yechiel Wolk. During the famous dispute in Altona, Rabbi Meir stood with his father alongside Rabbi Yaakov Emden. Details about him appear in Emden’s sefer Megillat Sefer and other works, as well as in Luchot HaEdut. The "Kloiz" stamp is also present on the title page.
"Hakatan Meir Hausen." Rabbi Meir was the son of R’ Israel of Altona and the son-in-law of Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Levin, Ab”d Berlin and grandson of the Chacham Tzvi. Rabbi Meir succeeded his father as a leader of the Altona community and was one of the great scholars of the "Kloiz" of Rabbi Yechiel Wolk. During the famous dispute in Altona, Rabbi Meir stood with his father alongside Rabbi Yaakov Emden. Details about him appear in Emden’s sefer Megillat Sefer and other works, as well as in Luchot HaEdut. The "Kloiz" stamp is also present on the title page.
5. Sefer Pri Chadash on Shulchan Aruch Orach Chayim, by Rabbi Chizkiya De Silva.
Amsterdam, 1730. First edition. Printed by Moshe Frankfurt. Brought to the printing house by his son Rabbi David De Silva.
6. Sefer Tzror HaChaim, innovations on Maimonides’ Mishneh Torah, by Rabbi Chaim Yaakov ben Yaakov David, emissary of Safed.
Amsterdam, 1738. First edition.
The author, one of the sages of Izmir, studied under Rabbi Chaim Abulafia, author of Etz HaChaim. He later moved to the Land of Israel following his teacher. In 1717, he embarked on a mission from Safed to the Western countries, reaching Tunis and Algiers in 1718. Later, he traveled on missions to Spain and Ashkenaz, sometimes alongside Rabbi Meir Shigora, and again to North Africa. Throughout his years of service, he responded to many halachic queries.
Antique signatures: "
The young Yehuda Danon from Yeshivat Beit Hillel Yavetz." Rabbi Yehuda Danon was one of the scholars and judges of Izmir and later made Aliyah to Israel, where he passed away in Tiberias.
The young Yehuda Danon from Yeshivat Beit Hillel Yavetz." Rabbi Yehuda Danon was one of the scholars and judges of Izmir and later made Aliyah to Israel, where he passed away in Tiberias.
Another signature: "
The young Shimon Valensi? S.T."
The young Shimon Valensi? S.T."
7. Sefer Ashel Ravravi, Amsterdam, 1743.
The printers’ preface is written in rhymed verse with vocalized letters, and the acrostic spells out the names of the printers "Hertz Levi Rofe and his son-in-law Kashman." The edition features important endorsements from Rabbi Aryeh Leib of Amsterdam, Rabbi Yaakov Yehoshua (author of Pnei Yehoshua), and Rabbi Yechezkel Katzenellenbogen, rabbi of the Altona-Hamburg-Wandsbek community. The title page features a beautiful illustration.
8. Sefer Shoneh Halachot, by Rabbi Shlomo Shalem. Parts one and two, a commentary on Sefer Halachot Gedolot.
Amsterdam, 1762. First edition.
The introductory pages feature many poems in honor of and written by the author, as well as in honor of the leaders and patrons of the Amsterdam communities in both volumes. Endorsements from rabbis across Holland and London.
On the title page is an ancient dedication from the benefactors Yehoshua ben Oliel and his brother Moshe to the study hall in memory of their father.
Overall Great condition, Complete copies.
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