Bidspirit auction | Two Hebrew-German Passover & Shavuot

Two Hebrew-German Passover & Shavuot Prayer Books – Rödelheim 1856–1860 – W. Heidenheim – 2 Volumes - A desirable pair of mid-19th century Jewish prayer books from the famous Rödelheim press, edited and translated by Wolf Heidenheim (W. Heidenheim) — one of the most important figures in early modern Hebrew printing and liturgical standardization. ⸻ 📚 The Set Includes (2 Volumes)  1. Passover Prayer Book (Machzor for Pesach)  • Rödelheim, 1856  • Hebrew text with German translation  2. Shavuot Prayer Book (Machzor for Shavuot)  • Rödelheim, 1860  • Hebrew text with German translation ⸻ ✡️ About the Edition  • Printed in Rödelheim (Germany), a major center for Hebrew printing in the 18th–19th centuries  • Edited and translated by W. Heidenheim, whose editions became standard across Central European Jewry  • Bilingual format: Hebrew with parallel German translation  • Intended for synagogue and educated lay use 👉 These editions played a key role in shaping Ashkenazi liturgical tradition in the modern era. ⸻ 📌 Condition  • Complete set of 2 volumes  • Visible foxing and staining throughout (typical)  • Signs of use and aging  • Bindings worn, edges rubbed  • Structurally sound