Satan in Goray

Main Characters and Their Development

• Reb Nahman - a charismatic leader who brings messianic ideas to Goray and incites religious fanaticism among the residents. His influence leads to chaos and destruction in the community.
• Reb Gershom - a wise and respected rabbi who tries to resist Reb Nahman's influence and preserve traditional values and order in Goray.
• Fruma - a young woman who becomes obsessed with Reb Nahman's ideas and ultimately loses her sanity. Her tragic story illustrates the destructive impact of fanaticism on an individual.
• Benish - Fruma's husband, who suffers from her obsession and tries to save her and his family from the destructive consequences of the messianic movement.