Bidspirit auction | Sha’arei Teshuva. Cracow! 1581.

Sha’arei Teshuva. Cracow! 1581. - Rare edition of the Sha’arei Teshuva. This classic sefer on repentance by Rabbeinu Yonah (c.1200-1263), is one of the earliest works of ethical literature. It is divided into four parts: The first is devoted to the definition of repentance; the second to a description of the various ways by which a man should arouse himself to penitence; the third, a classification of the precepts and punishments for transgressions; and the fourth, a discussion of the conditions of forgiveness. Vinograd Cracow 74. Prostitz press. 44 pages. 20 cm. First 4 pages trimmed, seemingly from another copy. Overall fine condition. Many pages bound out of order. Some wear to the last few pages. Antique binding. Opening bid $600