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Abarbanel on the Early Prophets (Nevi'im Rishonim) Location: Hamburg, Germany Year: 1687 (Tammuz, תמ”ז) Edition: First Edition Author: Rabbi Isaac Abarbanel (דון יצחק אברבנאל) Additional Commentary: Includes commentary by Rabbi Yaakov Pidanki (הרי”ף), adding insight into the text. Printer: Tovitius Ros (טויטיס רוס) Title: Abarbanel al Nevi'im Rishonim (אברבנאל על נביאים ראשונים) Description: This work is a first edition of Rabbi Isaac Abarbanel's (אברבנאל) commentary on the Early Prophets (Nevi'im Rishonim), which includes Joshua, Judges, Samuel, and Kings. It is an essential piece of biblical scholarship from the Golden Age of Spanish Jewry, offering deep philosophical insights into the texts. The edition also features the Leket Shekhah U'Peah commentary by Rabbi Yaakov Pidanki (הרי”ף), who provides further elucidation on the text. Key Features: Rabbi Isaac Abarbanel is renowned for his biblical commentaries which blend philosophy with Jewish tradition. This edition includes an additional commentary by Rabbi Yaakov Pidanki (הרי”ף), which provides further explanation of the text, enriching the understanding of the Early Prophets. The edition was printed in Hamburg in 1687 by the Tovitius Ros press, a prominent printer of the time, and is considered a rare historical work. This edition includes two title pages—one in Hebrew and the other in Latin, as was typical for scholarly works of the time. Physical Characteristics: Pages: The book contains [2] pages of introduction, [קד] pages (a traditional numbering system), followed by עא (70) pages. The text is divided into two parts, corresponding to the books of the Early Prophets (Joshua through Kings). Two title pages are included: one in Hebrew and one in Latin, giving insight into the intellectual and international nature of the book. The condition of the book is generally good, with signs of age such as usage stains and minor edge wear on the title and early pages. These pages have undergone professional restoration, particularly at the edges to preserve the integrity of the text. Condition: Good condition: The book has signs of use and age, such as water stains and small marks from handling. These are typical for a book of this age. The first pages and title pages have undergone some restoration at the edges, but the main text remains intact. The binding is new with gold embossing, ensuring the book is well-preserved for continued study. Historical Significance: Rabbi Abarbanel was a philosopher and biblical commentator who played a crucial role in Jewish thought during the Renaissance period. His commentaries often reflect a combination of traditional Jewish scholarship with a philosophical and historical perspective. His work on the Early Prophets is an important contribution to the field of biblical exegesis. This first edition is highly sought after by collectors and scholars interested in Rabbi Abarbanel’s legacy and the intellectual history of the Jewish community during the 16th and 17th centuries. Summary: This first edition of Abarbanel’s commentary on the Early Prophets, printed in Hamburg in 1687, is a rare and important text in the field of biblical scholarship. It includes insights from Rabbi Yaakov Pidanki (הרי”ף) and provides a valuable resource for anyone studying the Early Prophets and Rabbi Abarbanel's approach to biblical interpretation. The book has undergone professional restoration, ensuring it remains in good condition despite its age.