Bidspirit auction | Cohen, R. Yishmoel. Zerah Emes

Cohen, R. Yishmoel. Zerah Emes - Cohen, R. Yishmoel. Zerah Emes. Halachic responsa on the subject of Mikvaos signed twice by R. Yishmoel Cohen. R. Yishmoel Cohen (1723-1811) served as a Rosh Yeshiva in Modena where his elder brother R. Dovid served as Rav. Following his brother’s passing in 1782 he succeeded him as Rav. Known as one of the most distinguished Rabbonim in Italy, he was closely associated with the Chida with whom he corresponded. He was a great Posek and prolific author and his Halachic responsa were printed under the title Zerah Emes. In 1806 as the preeminent Rav in Italy he was invited by Napoleon to the “Paris Sanhedrin” which Napoleon convened. Although he was unable to travel due to his advanced age, he penned an official response for the occasion which was used by R. Dovid Zinzheim at the proceedings. 18.7 27.5 cm. Fine condition. Opening bid $1500