Minchat Chinuch. Expansive explanation on the Sefer HaHinuch with extensive, deep study and great familiarity with the extensive text. In three parts. Lemberg 5629 [1869]. First edition. Extensive comments in the handwriting of Rabbi Yerucham Fischel Perla. Three parts: [2]. 115 leaves; [1], 148 leaves; [2], 105, 4, [3], leaf, 36.5 cm. Each section has a special title page. The book was published anonymously, and it is written on the title page: “One of the great geniuses of our time, the holy and pure one compiled a book, and out of his great modesty concealed his name, may G-d protect him.” Only in the second edition which was printed in Lemberg in 5649, about 15 years after the death of the author, was the name of the author written. This first edition is extremely rare. The author, Rabbi Yosef Baba”d was the Rabbi of Tarnipol. His book Minchat Chinuch, is one of the fundamental books of the world of learning and deep study, in all the Diaspora of Israel until today. Many different editions, with many commentaries written within were printed for years. The seals of the owner Rabbi Yerucham Fischel Perla, and his extensive comments, in his handwriting are found throughout the manuscript. Please refer to the Hebrew description in the catalogue to see the biography of HaGaon Rabbi Yerucham Fischel Perla. Worn leather binding. Blemishes on first title page. Minor damage to leaves. Brittle paper. In good condition.