Is it better to restrict one's education to one source or to many sources?

Who was more of an influence in Elisha's life: Akiba or Nicholaus?

Why does Shraga hate Elisha so much?

Why do the two Simeons go insane?

What are the differences between Elisha and his wife Deborah?

What is the author's attitude towards Elisha, an actual historical character?

Where does the author use foreshadowing in the plot?

What is Elisha's antagonist in this novel? Shraga, the Sanhedrin, the Jewish faith or himself?

How did Elisha change over the years?

Was the end result worth Elisha's many sacrifices?