Lengthy Response Written by the General Rabbi of Salonica, Rabbi Chaim Moshe Amarillo. Early 18th Century

Question and responsum regarding a disagreement between two communities, written by Rabbi Chaim Moshe Amarillo of Salonica. Signed autograph. 18th century.

Rabbi Chaim Moshe Amarillo was born in Salonica in 1696, son of General Rabbi Shlomo Amarillo, rabbi of Salonica. He studied under his father and under Rabbi Yitzchak David, author of the Shu"t Beit David. At age 18, he started writing his own halachic responsa. In 1741-1744 he served as general rabbi, and was called "HaRav HaMuvhak" by Rabbi Shem Tov Chacham of Sajerevo - grandson of the Chacham Tzvi. He was an ascetic who woke up early every morning to pray at daybreak until the day of his death. He conducted himself according to the Chemdat Yamim, who he mentioned in his responsa, and was very humble. Many questions were sent to him from the Balkans and the Land of Israel. Around 1741, he took over his father's position in Salonica. He passed away in 1748. He authored many works, including the Shu"t Dvar Moshe, Yad Moshe, Halachah L'Moshe.

For more information refer to Otzar HaRabbanim 6491; Arzei HaLevanon p. 687.

22 pages. Ink on paper. 17x22 cm. Crowded, neat Oriental hand. Concludes with the author's signature: איש צעיר משה אמאירלייו.

Fine-very fine condition. Minimal stains and worming marks. New, deluxe leather binding.