Marc Chagall’s Jewish faith significantly influenced his artistry, exemplified in works like “The Praying Jew” and a newly revealed drawing for his granddaughter, Bella Meyer. Despite facing persecution in Russia and being labeled as a creator of “degenerate art” by the Nazis, Chagall found refuge in France, where he was aided by courageous non-Jews. Filmmaker Nick Davis highlights stories of these rescuers in his film “This Ordinary Thing,” emphasizing the need to honor their acts of bravery. Dwork’s book, “Saints and Liars,” further explores the lesser-known Americans who helped save Jewish refugees during the Holocaust.
