Hebrew Classic. Beis Elokim by the Mabi”t with Perek Shira, First Edition. Venice, 1576
Beis Elokim by Rabbi Moshe ben Yosef M’Trani (the Mabit) is a work on fundamentals of basic Torah and religious concepts. It is divided into three sections: T’filah, Tesuvah and concepts in Emunah and includes a commentary on Perek Shira.
Many fundamental concepts of Jewish beliefs including repentance and prayer are explained in this work. It became one of the classical and popular books on this subject, being quoted and learned extensively throughout the generations. (This work was also frequently quoted during the covid-19 pandemic regarding proper conduct during an epidemic. See page 18: A).
Venice, 1576. First edition. 120 [6] pages. Perek Shira: 10 pages. Page size: 29 cm. with Sephardic handwritten glosses. Minor holes restored on margins .Antique leather binding( Restored) .
Stefansky Sifrei Yesod # 499
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Perek Shira- First Edition
Includes the first ever printing of Perek Shira – the song of the Universe.
“Perek Shira” mentioned and praised in Chaza”l attributed to Dovid Hamelech,
Reciting Perek Shira is known as a Segula and has been strongly encouraged to be studied by many seforim. The Mabit’s commentary is the first commentary on Perek Shira to be published.
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