Portrait of Two Families

Portrait of Two Families is Rabbi Meir (Marcus) Lehmann's compelling historical novel set during the rise of the Reform movement in nineteenth-century Europe. Through the intertwined lives of the Phillipson and Ruhdorf families, the story explores two very different responses to the religious and social upheavals of the era-one abandoning its Jewish heritage, the other remaining steadfast in its commitment to Torah.

Richly researched and beautifully written, this timeless classic brings history to life while illustrating the lasting consequences of faith, conviction, and the choices that shape generations.