The Hasidic religion is very unique in its nature mostly because of its extreme devoutness. Very few religions have had the fervor of this group. Such practices include keeping the kosher laws, which can be found in the Old Testament. They take this practice so serious, and will not eat at non-Hasidics houses. This can be seen through a conversation between Danny and Reuven. Reuven says to Danny, "You can live with us. No you can't. You won't eat at our house." (257) Hasidics also go through extensive readings of the Talmud on a daily basis. Their outward appearance is even influenced by their religion. They grow out their hair on the sides of their faces right near their ears in curls. They always wear a skullcap and clad shoes,

I think The Chosen was a great book, because of its combination of history, knowledge of Hasidism and Orthodox Judaism, and how an interesting plot is woven into these two aspects. I learned a lot about these two religions, and was personally inspired to read The Bible more. I also was influenced to value friendship in the same way Danny and Reuven did. I learned a lot from The Chosen.

The entire team was made of Hasidics only, because Hasidics engage in little activity with people who are not of their same religion. Often they are even skeptical of people who were not of their religion. This can be seen when Reb Saunders wants to meet Reuven. He is Danny's first and only friend who is not of the same religion as him. He especially wants to know is a devout reader of the scriptures. Hasidics also cannot marry outside of their faith, and their marriages were arranged. Reuven inquires of Danny's sister. Danny tells him, "My father promised my sister to the son of one of his followers when she was two years old. It is an old Hasidic custom to promise children away." (191) Another way this religion is preserved is through the tzadick, which is passed down from father to son. The obligation is shown through a dialogue between Danny and Reuven. "That is a funny way for you to talk. You're going to be a rabbi." "I have no choice. It's an inherited position." (69) Such practices as keeping Kosher, dressing all the same way, maintaining a tight community, marrying inside the faith, and the passing of the tzadick to other members of the family all help to preserve the religion of Hasid

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