This is based on a true story of Bruce Levin’s journey in a Chevy Blazer (dubbed “The Torah Blazer”) transporting a Torah that his father had donated to Levin’s former temple in Connecticut — back in the 1960s — to his current temple outside of Chicago. Levin selected this mode of travel given the handling and shipping restrictions of the Torah imposed by The Code of Jewish Law, which as covered in his book is an interesting story unto itself.
This adventure brings to life the narrative of Bruce Levin’s father, Abraham, whose character strikes a strong resemblance to a fellow in the Torah by the same name. Levin’s reflections of his dad’s life and their relationship, accompanied by some of the principles in the Torah, make for quite a ride, an inspiring story, and provide some valuable insights into what it takes to be a good father. It’s an upbeat, heartfelt memoir, along the lines of Billy Crystal’s book 700 Sundays, that blends together the beauty of the Torah, the Jewish faith, and father-and-son relationships.

Nonfiction
The Torah Road Trip: Abraham Rides Shotgun
- From the Publisher
September 1, 2024
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