Leaf of "Segulot and Refuot" in the Holy Handwriting of Rabbi Chaim Vital

Leaf of "Segulot and Refuot" in the Holy Handwriting of Rabbi Chaim Vital

Segulot and remedies in the handwriting of Rabbi Chaim Vital. Oriental script. 1500s.

Specifications: [2] pages, a leaf with writing on both sides. Two columns per page, approx. 40 lines per column. 20x15 cm. Entirely in his own handwriting.

Unique Features: Leaf from Rabbi Chaim Vital's important manuscript, Sefer HaRefuot VeHaSegulot VeHaPeulot. On this leaf, Rabbi Chaim Vital wrote various segulot and remedies, with the asseveration that they were related by trustworthy teachers who tested and proved their effectiveness. Rabbi Chaim Vital added "Proven" to one of the segulot enumerated on the page before us.

 

Contents: Among the segulot written are:

* Segula for coughing

* Segula for a fish bone or spur, or other food item of any sort that is caught in the throat

* Segula for night waking [Here Rabbi Chaim added "Proven."]

* Segula for tenderizing the meat of an old chicken

Background: Rabbi Chaim Vital [1542-1620] was the Arizal's greatest student, and the one who transmitted his teachings to future generations. It is known that the Arizal prohibited  his students from recording his words, except for Rabbi Chaim Vital, since he alone knew how to fathom their depths. The Arizal also expressed that his entire purpose for coming to the world was to teach Rabbi Chaim kabbalah.

Expert's certificate attached, stating that Rabbi Chaim Vital's handwriting is known and recognized, and that the handwriting on the leaves before us is identical to his well-known writings.

Condition: Fine. Aging stains. Placed in a magnificent leather binding.