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Classic: Sefer Derech Chochmah - R. Moshe Chaim Luzzato, Amsterdam 1783. First Edition. - Sefer Derech Chochmah was written by R. Moshe Chaim Luzzato and published after his passing.  Both this work and Ramchal’s classic work Messilat Yesharim aim to clarify man’s purpose while on earth, however there are many differences of note between the two. Derech Chochmah is written in a dialogue form between student and teacher. Thereby clarifying these matters on an intellectual level, whereas Messilat Yesharim focuses exclusively on the practical aspect of achieving perfection with guidance on how to arrive at that goal.  Also included are 3 additional works published from manuscripts, with separate title pages for each.  1. Maamar Al Hahagados - A short, concise work on how to properly understand various teachings of Chazal which are seemingly puzzling.   2 Maamar HaIkrim - Explains and clarifies the fundamental beliefs in which we believe. Such as Torah, Mitzvos, Afterlife, Miracles and Redemption.  3. Maamar Hachochmah - Explains the lofty ideas and concepts found in the Rosh HaShanah Prayers. A classic and fundamental work, quoted frequently by the “Ba’alei Mussar”, such as R. Yeruchem Levovitz of Mir. In very good condition. Light stains seen on title page and on some pages. Bound in a new, modern binding.  [5], 5, [1], 3, [1], 7, [1], 10 pp. Vinograd, Amsterdam 2129. Stefansky Hebrew Classics 475.