The Maggid of Caro: The Mystical Life of the Eminent Codifier Joseph Caro as Revealed in his Secret Diary

Hirsh Loeb Gordon

Published by Pardes Publishing, 1949

About this Item

Pardes Publishing House /The Shoulson Press, New York, 1949. Hardcover, 396 pp. 1st edition. An account of 16th century Spanish-born rabbi Joseph Caro (also spelled Karo) who was said to receive visits and instruction during his lifetime from a mystical mentor he called The Maggid. Long after his death the private diary of instruction from these encounters, The Maggid Mesharim, was first published in Poland. The author a physician with a background in neuropsychology examines the intriguing story. With black & white photo illustrations. Very good condition with two crimped corners. Dust jacket has chips and edge wear at ends of spine. Now in a new mylar sleeve. This copy is inscribed to American author Herman Wouk, in both English and Hebrew.

Seller Inventory # ABE-1691962177642

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Maggid of Caro: The Mystical Life of the Eminent Codifier Joseph Caro as Revealed in his Secret Diary
• Publisher: Pardes Publishing
• Publication Date: 1949
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Signed: Inscribed by Author(s)
• Seller catalogs:
  • Judaica