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LOT 336:
Letter from the Son of the "Saraf of Kotzk," the Admor Rabbi David Morgenstern
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Letter from the Son of the "Saraf of Kotzk," the Admor Rabbi David Morgenstern
Handwritten and signed letter by the Admor Rabbi David Morgenstern of Kotzk, son of "the Saraf of Kotzk." Kotzk [1855?].
Specifications: [1] leaf paper, 10x16 cm. Six lines in his handwriting, with his signature. Rabbi David mentions his honored father in the letter.
Background: The holy rabbi, Rabbi David Morgenstern of Kotzk, was born in 1809, firstborn son to his father, Rabbi Mendel of Kotzk "HaSaraf MiKotzk." He spent time with Rabbi Bunim of Peshischa as well. He succeeded his father as Admor in Kotzk and was known for his sanctity. He passed away in 1873, his tombstone bears the inscription: "The holy ark is buried here ... Master of scholars, crown of the wise and glory of the holy ... may the light of his Torah shine in us and may his sanctity cover our heads ..." He, like his father, did not write down his Torah thoughts, a small amount was printed in Lehavot Kodesh with Torah thoughts from his father. In 2007, his grandson, Rabbi Baruch Yitzchak Gutter published the book Ahavat David HaShalem with his Torah thoughts collected from books and manuscripts, and with his biography.
Condition: Fine: Stains. Reinforced tears in the margins.
