Sepher Ikrim [philosophy]

Estimate: $2,000–$2,500
Hammer price: $2,200

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author

ALBO, JOSEPH.

printer

Cornelio Adelkind for Giovanni di Farri

Place

Venice

Publication

1544

Description

Hebrew and Latin marginalia.

references

Vinograd, Venice 226; Habermann, Adelkind 2; Adams A-559

summary

Albo’s Sepher Ikrim presented religious-philosophical problems in a clear form that made them accessible and comprehensible to all. According to Zinberg; “[Sepher Ikrim] is a popular work, permeated with the heartfelt accents of the inspired preacher.” For a brief examination of Albo’s philosophies and the thinkers upon whose ideas he built, see I. Zinberg, A History of Jewish Literature, Vol. III (1974) pp. 233-239

ff.171. Previous owner’s marks, some staining. Contemporary vellum, rubbed. 4to

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