Bidspirit auction | MISHLEI. FIRST EDITION SHKLOV 1798.

MISHLEI. FIRST EDITION SHKLOV 1798. MAGNIFICENT WIDE MARGINED COPY! - MISHLEI. FIRST EDITION SHKLOV 1798. MAGNIFICENT WIDE MARGINED COPY! Sefer Mishlei with the commentary of the Gaon was the very first of hundreds of seforim published with novella of the Gaon. It was printed during the year following the Gaon’s passing by R. Menachem Mendel of Shklov. R. Menachem Mendel writes in his introduction that he was instructed by the Gaon that from all his Torah, the commentary on Mishlei should be printed first, as it is full of teachings about fear of G-d which is the prelude to all wisdom. Additionally, he writes that he recorded much of the sefer while learning personally with the Gaon.  Vinograd Sifrei Ha’Gra 88. 61,15,1 pages. 26.8 cm! Overall fine condition, some wear and tear affecting a few words. Magnificent wide margins, however extensive professional restoration throughout to corners. Magnificent modern leather binding! Opening bid $6500