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A Compendious Hebrew Lexicon Adapted to the English Language A Compendious Hebrew Lexicon Adapted to the English Language

This is the first edition of Samuel Pike's Hebrew lexicon, designed for English speakers. Published in 1802 by William Hilliard for the University (likely Cambridge), each page features a notched tab and handwritten Hebrew index, suggesting a practical tool for language learning or scriptural study.

A Defence of Roy's Hebrew Dictionary A Defence of Roy's Hebrew Dictionary

This 12-page unbound pamphlet is a defense of the Hebrew dictionary by William Roy, responding to a review published in the North American Review for April 1838. The author of the pamphlet is Moses Stuart of Andover. It is a rare work, with only one copy known to exist.

A Hebrew and English Vocabulary: From a Selection of the Daily Prayers A Hebrew and English Vocabulary: From a Selection of the Daily Prayers

This book, published in London in 1848, provides a Hebrew and English vocabulary based on selections from daily Jewish prayers. Intended for use in schools and by young learners, it was compiled by Sabato Morais and Abigail Lindo. The book was printed by S. Solomon at 16 Bevis Marks, London. OCLC lists 8 copies of this edition.

A Universal Vocabulary of Proper Names, Ancient and Modern A Universal Vocabulary of Proper Names, Ancient and Modern

This book, published in Cincinnati in 1832 by E. Deming, is the second edition of Asa Williams's "A Universal Vocabulary of Proper Names, Ancient and Modern." It contains a comprehensive listing of proper names, categorized by various groups including religious, national, philosophical, ecclesiastical, and civil titles among Christians, Jews, Muslims, and Pagans.

Imrari Shapher: A Hebrew Vocabulary Imrari Shapher: A Hebrew Vocabulary

This book, published in New York City in 1838, is a Hebrew vocabulary titled "Imrari Shapher." It was compiled by Henry A. Henry (1801-1879) and M. Jackson. The vocabulary likely served as a learning tool for students of Hebrew, providing a list of words and their definitions.