We began class with opening prayer, and spent the rest of the calss watching Fiddler on the Roof. This movies focuses on Orthodox Jews and their struggle to remain deeply rooted in their traditions as the world around them becomes more and more secular. The movie shows Tevye and his family practicing Jewish customs such as keeping the Sabbath and arranging marriages. The opening song in the musical, "Tradition", describes the roles of each member of the family. The Mama keeps the home, takes care of the children, and teaches the daughter to do the same for her future husband, who will be chosen by The Poppa. He has the final word in all decisions, and works to provide for the family. Meanwhile, the sons study Hebrew and learn a trade, with which to provide for their future family and continue the Tradition of family life.
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