Plot summary, “Davita's Harp” by Chaim Potok in 5 Minutes - Book Review

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Published on June 18, 2025 10:00:09 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7dblS4To5s

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Davita’s Harp is a historical novel that follows Davita Chandal, a Jewish girl growing up in 1930s New York City with Communist, non-religious parents. Amid rising war tensions and family upheaval, Davita finds solace and identity in traditional Judaism, despite her mother’s opposition. The story explores themes of religious freedom, identity, and the struggles of faith in a turbulent world. Potok draws on his own Orthodox Jewish background to depict Davita’s journey of spiritual discovery and resilience.