“The pure should come and deal with purity”
Mishnayot, seder Kodshim, at the press of the Admo”r Rabbi Moshe Shapira of Slavuta, son of Rabbi Pinchas of Koritz. Slavuta, 1830. Copy that belonged to the Admo”r of Toldot Aharon.
With Rabbi Ovadiah of Bartenura’s commentary, as well as that of the Tosafot Yom Tov and Tosafot Chadashim, Pri Chadash, and chapter headings from all the chapters of Sha”s. The leaf preceding the title page bears an antique handwritten rabbinic dedication. There are two additional handwritten leaves at the end of the volume bearing chapter headings of all the chapters in Sha”s in alphabetic order as well as a memorial prayer for recitation after mishnah study.
The Admo”r Rabbi Avraham Yitzchak Kahan [1914-1997], was one of the most prominent Admo”rs, and founder of the Toldot Aharon Chassidism. Following the passing of his father-in-law, Rabbi Aharon Roth, known by the moniker ‘Reb Ahraleh, ‘ most of the Chassidim decided to appoint him as the Admo”r’s successor. During his era, the Chassidut flourished and increased very much, and centers of the Chassidut were established in Beit Shemesh and also in New York. He is considered one of the greatest opponents of Zionism, and was known for his sanctity and asceticism.
163 leaves, approximately 27 cm. Title page in red and black ink; some of the book’s leaves are in blue, wide margins on several leaves.
Moderate-fine condition. Aging stains. Worming perforations. Tear in the corner of one leaf and in the margins of the title page, without damage to text. Original leather binding, slightly worn.