Bidspirit auction | Zilberstein, R. Yeshaya/ Shechita

Zilberstein, R. Yeshaya/ Shechita - Zilberstein, R. Yeshaya/ Shechita. Autograph letter on rabbinical letterhead dated 1917 certifying that he has tested a Shochet/Bodek and found him proficient in the laws of Shechita. Additionally confirming that he has checked the slaughtering knives, as well as confirming that the Shochet in question is pious and G-d fearing which is a prerequisite for appointment as a Shochet. R. Yeshaya Zilberstein (died 1930) was one of the most prominent Hungarian rabbinical figures of his era. Born in Jerusalem; he studied in Pressburg under the Ksav Sofer, and in 1884, was appointed to succeed his father as Chief Rabbi of Vietzen. In addition to his rabbinical duties, he also led a great Yeshiva in Vietzen for over 45 years, and authored numerous important works, among them Ma’asey L’Melech on the Rambam. 14.5 by 21 cm. Good condition. Opening bid $1500