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LOT 311:
Letter from the Admor of Ozharov Rabbi Moshe Yechiel Epstien. New York, 1945
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Letter from the Admor of Ozharov Rabbi Moshe Yechiel Epstien. New York, 1945
Letter regarding publishing books and an appendix with Torah novaelle in the handwriting of the Admor of Ozharov to Rabbi Moshe Yair Weinstock. New York, 1945.
Specifications: Letter: [1] leaf, paper. With an appendix of Torah novaelle, [3] leaves, paper. 19x25 cm. With the original envelope stamped by the New York postal services, dated November 20, 1945.
Rabbi Moshe Yechiel HaLevi Epstein [1889-1971], the Admor of Ozharov and Chentchin. Born in Ozharov to his father, Rabbi Avraham Shlomo, who served as Av Beit Din and Admor of the city. He began to serve as Admor at the age of 22. Emigrated to America in 1926 and immigrated to Israel in 1953. Member of the Moetzet Gedolei HaTorah and recipient of the Israel Prize for Torani Literature in 1968. Author of the books 'Esh Dat' and 'Be'er Moshe' on the Torah.
Rabbi Benzion Moshe Yair Weinstock [1899-1982] student of Rabbi Yehuda Leib HaLevi Ashlag, Ba'al HaSulam. Renowned kabbalist and author of dozens of works in the style of encyclopedic compilations and editing which integrate Talmud, Halacha and Midrash, Kabbalah and Chassidic teachings. Grandson of Rabbi Zvi Shlomo Biderman, 'Reb Duvidel, ' the fourth Admor of Lelov.
Unique Features: Regarding the importance of arranging the book, the Admor writes: "And it is known that my sole desire is for it to be arranged in the best manner possible, as a book is Torah study for the masses ... no less important than an important book of science, but it must be like a popular book, as the book is not meant for individuals, but for the entire Jewish nation ... money is insignificant to me, as long as it is arranged and reviewed in the best possible manner." The Admor added to the letter "several leaves on the Torah portion of Vayera ... in which I found novaelle in both content and style."
Condition: Fold marks, minimal aging stains and ink smudges. Slight wear on the inner edge of the leaf due to being ripped out of a notebook. Fine-very fine condition.
