The Hebrew Physiologus: Animals and Creatures in Tsemah Tsaddik by Leon Moderna (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781837722433)

An annotated edition of Leon Modena's Hebrew Musar book Tsema Tsaddik or Pious Plant, originally published in Venice in 1600.

Tsema Tsaddik follows the format of a medieval physiologus, where each chapter corresponds to a specific animal and addresses various human behaviors, traits, vices, or virtues. Additionally, each chapter features an explanation of its theme, supported by quotes from the Old Testament, Greek and Roman philosophers, Rabbinic Sages, and fathers of the Church. Furthermore, each chapter includes at least one folktale.

For this edition, the translation is accompanied by a comprehensive introduction that describes the world of Musar pre-modern books and offers insights into Modena's cultural context.

Author: Vered Tohar
ISBN-10: 1837722439
ISBN-13: 9781837722433
Publisher: University of Wales Press
Language: English
Published: 04/19/2025
Pages: 136
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs