Fayge is Hannah's cousin in the story "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen. She is the daughter of Hannah's Aunt Gitl and serves as a symbol of the life Hannah could have lived had she not been transported back in time. Their relationship highlights the themes of family and the importance of remembering one's heritage.
Chaya is not directly related to Fayge. She is related to Shmeul ( hes her uncle) and is now related to Fayge because Fayge is her aunt!
Fayge treats Hannah with warmth and kindness, demonstrating a sense of family and connection despite their different backgrounds. She is supportive and welcoming, helping Hannah feel at ease as she navigates the complexities of her new environment. Fayge's nurturing attitude highlights the importance of familial bonds and the strength of relationships in challenging times.
In "The Devil's Arithmetic," Fayge treats Hannah Chaya with a mix of warmth and expectation, as she is preparing for her upcoming marriage to Shmuel. Fayge respects Hannah's opinions and engages with her in a friendly manner, reflecting the close-knit nature of their community. However, she also embodies the cultural norms of the time, emphasizing the importance of family and tradition, which adds a layer of pressure on Hannah as she navigates her identity. Overall, Fayge's treatment of Hannah blends affection with the expectations of their roles within the Jewish community.
she smacks her in the face and she runs home and crys
She was trying to tell them that Fayge died.
fayge had joined his punishment
Fayge Ilanit died on 2002-07-14.
Fayge Ilanit was born on 1909-02-07.
She was trying to tell them that Fayge died.
When someone said that the boy was their brother, she found out that he was also Jewish. The bolkova is also Jewish.
The name Fayge is pronounced as "fay-guh" with the stress on the first syllable.
Fayge is the character the Shmuel marries. She follows them through out their whole journey, with her father, Rabi Boruch. (sp?)