Bidspirit auction | Apiryon Asa Lo by Jedidiah


Apiryon Asa Lo by Jedidiah Solomon ben Aharon Mattruk Publication Details: Leipzig, 1866 - This is a unique work discussing the reasons behind the division of the Karaites from Rabbinical Judaism. The author explores the foundation of Karaite religious laws and customs, focusing on the mitzvot (positive and negative commandments), legal systems, and traditions. The book was composed at the request of Johann Papendorff, the rector of the University of Riga, who was not Jewish. Content includes:  • Pages: 66 pages in Hebrew, 150 pages in German.  • Author’s Background: Jedidiah Solomon ben Aharon Mattruk, a prominent late Karaite author, also known for his anti-Christian polemic work, Migdol Oz. The book provides a historical and theological insight into the Karaite sect, making it a valuable item for Judaica collectors and researchers in Jewish religious history.