Extraordinary, a word that comes to mind when thinking of the special character Danny in Chaim Potok’s novel, The Chosen. Danny, a very gifted student always pushes and thrives to understand more. He possesses the ability to think much differently than his peers. Danny boldly choses to make the right choice no matter the outcome of each situation. Backing down from a challenge would seem cowardly to him. With the qualities Danny maintains such as his intelligence, devotion, and being very well respected, he is destined to have a unique and bright future.
Upon meeting Danny, one becomes quickly cognizant of the considerable intelligence he attains. His mind never ceases to reflect and marvel at all creation, especially the human mind. Danny devotes his day to reading, studying and memorizing and frequently teaching himself problematic subjects. Reuven, Danny’s close friend, goes on to ask about him learning German “ ‘How are you teaching it to yourself?’ ‘There’s a grammar book in the resource library. I’m almost done memorizing it. It’s an interesting …show more content…
He seemed to part the crowd of men in the street as if Moses was parting the red sea. Danny had very much respect from his father Reb Saunders; his abba doesn’t treat him as a child. The Jewish men and followers of Danny’s father show a great deal of admiration for Danny. His abba Reb has never made it an issue when it comes to Danny contradicting him when wrong. “Reb Saunders sighed loudly and nodded ay Danny, ‘Nu, Daniel, you have something to say?’ His voice was quiet, almost gentle. I saw Danny nod his head ‘Nu, what is it?’ ‘It is written in the name of Rabbi Yaakov, not Rabbi Meir.’ Danny said quietly in Yiddish. A whisper of approval came from the crowd. I glanced around quickly. Everyone sat staring at Danny. Reb Saunders almost smiled” (135). This shows the admiration and respect his elders have for
Upon meeting Danny, one becomes quickly cognizant of the considerable intelligence he attains. His mind never ceases to reflect and marvel at all creation, especially the human mind. Danny devotes his day to reading, studying and memorizing and frequently teaching himself problematic subjects. Reuven, Danny’s close friend, goes on to ask about him learning German “ ‘How are you teaching it to yourself?’ ‘There’s a grammar book in the resource library. I’m almost done memorizing it. It’s an interesting …show more content…
He seemed to part the crowd of men in the street as if Moses was parting the red sea. Danny had very much respect from his father Reb Saunders; his abba doesn’t treat him as a child. The Jewish men and followers of Danny’s father show a great deal of admiration for Danny. His abba Reb has never made it an issue when it comes to Danny contradicting him when wrong. “Reb Saunders sighed loudly and nodded ay Danny, ‘Nu, Daniel, you have something to say?’ His voice was quiet, almost gentle. I saw Danny nod his head ‘Nu, what is it?’ ‘It is written in the name of Rabbi Yaakov, not Rabbi Meir.’ Danny said quietly in Yiddish. A whisper of approval came from the crowd. I glanced around quickly. Everyone sat staring at Danny. Reb Saunders almost smiled” (135). This shows the admiration and respect his elders have for