Bidspirit auction | Chok Lyisroel Zhitomir 2 Vols

Chok Lyisroel Zhitomir 2 Vols Zhitomir 1865 - CHOK L’YISROEL. BAMIDBAR & DEVARIM. ZHITOMIR 1865. Chumash Chok L’Yisroel, Sefer Bamidbar and Devarim based on the writings of R. Chaim Vital and the CHIDA. Chumash Chok L’Yisroel, often referred to as “Chok” is a daily learning quota consisting of Torah, Nevi’im, Kesuvim, Mishna, Gemara, Halacha, Kabbalah and Mussar. First published in 1740, it has been studied by both Talmidei Chachomim and laymen for generations. As is well known, Seforim printed by the Schapira family press were exceptionally favored by many of the great Chassidic Rebbes and in turn by their followers. Schapira press. Bamidbar 452 pages. 20 cm. Overall fine condition. Some foxing, stains and wear. Unbound. Devarim 492 pages. 20 cm. Overall fine/fair condition. Some foxing, stains and wear. Some pages loose. First title page, detached, stained and slightly torn. Holes in second title page, not affecting text. Unbound. Opening bid $300