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Dissertations on the Prophecies of the Old Testament – Two Volumes in One 1817 - Title: Dissertations on the Prophecies of the Old Testament Author: David Levi Publisher: J. Bysh, 52 Paternoster Row, London Year: 1817 Binding: Luxurious half leather binding with gilt decorations and raised bands Pages: Two volumes bound in one, complete Provenance: From the library of Edmund Leopold “Eddy” de Rothschild (West Wing inscription present) Description: This rare and important work by David Levi, a renowned 18th-century Jewish scholar and polemicist, is a defense of Jewish interpretations of biblical prophecies. The book responds to Christian theological claims, particularly regarding the Messiah, the restoration of the Jewish people, and the resurrection of the dead. Levi argues for the Jewish understanding of these themes, refuting missionary efforts of his time. The work was revised and amended by J. King, Esq., and features a dedication to Raphael Meldola, then Chief Rabbi of the Spanish and Portuguese Jews in England. Notable Features:  • Provenance: This copy was owned by Edmund Leopold de Rothschild, a prominent British banker and philanthropist from the famous Rothschild family. The inscription “West Wing A B 305” on the endpaper confirms this distinguished lineage.  • Binding: Beautiful half leather binding, with gilt spine decorations, raised bands, and marbled boards, in excellent condition.  • Content: Two volumes in one, covering detailed theological discussions on biblical prophecy and Jewish-Christian polemics.  • Errata Page Present: Listing corrections, indicating the meticulous scholarly approach of the time.  • Additional Work Bound-In: An Answer to a Sermon Preached by Rev. Charles Simeon (1818) by Benjamin Abrahams, a rare contemporary Jewish response to Christian theological debates. Condition: Binding: Strong and intact, with richly decorated gilt spine, raised bands, and marbled boards. Pages: Clean, with minor age toning and some scattered foxing, as expected for a book of this age. Text: Crisp and legible throughout. Provenance Inscription: “West Wing A B 305” written on the endpaper. Why This Book is Special:  1. Significant Jewish Polemical Work – A key 18th-century Jewish defense of biblical prophecy interpretations.  2. Provenance of the Rothschild Family – A collector’s piece with an impeccable pedigree.  3. Rare and Complete Copy – Includes both volumes in one, along with an additional controversial work bound in.  4. Fine Decorative Binding – A striking collector’s item with a gilt-embossed spine and elegant presentation.  An outstanding and rare addition to any Judaica or theological collection!