Bidspirit auction | Priestly Garments in the Temple

Priestly Garments in the Temple – Illustrated Scholarly Study | Expanded Edition, Jerusalem 1965 - A classic and highly detailed scholarly work on the priestly garments of the Temple, written by Rabbi Israel Chaim Blumenthal (of blessed memory), in an expanded edition edited and published by his son. Full Hebrew title translates roughly to: “Priestly Garments – Their Form and Explanation, with Illustrations, According to the Bible and Classical Jewish Commentaries.” The book provides an in-depth analysis of each garment of the priests and High Priest: the Ephod, Breastplate (Hoshen), Robe, Tunic, Turban, Belt, and more — with technical drawings, diagrams, and visual reconstructions of how the garments were worn and constructed. Includes: • Numerous original black-and-white illustrations • Detailed halakhic and textual analysis • References to Biblical, Talmudic, medieval and later commentators • Structural and functional explanations of each garment Bibliographic details: • Author: Rabbi Israel Chaim Blumenthal • Expanded edition: edited by the author’s son • Place of publication: Jerusalem • Year: 1965 (Hebrew year: 5725) • Language: Hebrew • Illustrated throughout Condition: Very good for its age. Minor wear to cover, interior pages clean and well preserved, illustrations clear. 📖 A valuable reference for collectors and scholars of Temple studies, Jewish ritual dress, Biblical archaeology, and traditional Jewish scholarship.