In the beginning, Elie is not very close to his father due to his father's community responsibilities, and he is more attached to his mother and younger sister, Tzipora. As the story progresses, the horrors of the Holocaust strengthen Elie's bond with his father, as they rely on each other for survival in the concentration camps. Ultimately, Elie becomes most attached to his father, who represents his mental and spiritual strength.

Elie's question about his father's smile refers to the profound impact of witnessing a moment of humanity and hope amidst horrific conditions. The smile signifies a connection and growth in their father-son relationship, transcending the brutal reality of the concentration camps. It reflects Elie's wonderment at human resilience and the possibility of transformation, contrasting the overwhelming despair and questioning of faith and humanity experienced as a prisoner.

Elie and his father experienced the Jewish New Year at Buna concentration camp with mixed feelings. Elie felt anger and defiance towards God, questioning how such suffering could be allowed, and perceived himself as the accuser of God. This defiance gave him a peculiar sense of strength. In contrast, Elie's father was resigned and expressionless, reflecting a sense of defeat. The day was marked by a somber ceremony attended by the prisoners, who refrained from eating until after prayers.

Regret in Elie Wiesel's Night is prominently portrayed through Eliezer's relationship with his father. As his father becomes weaker in the concentration camp, Eliezer struggles with feelings of resentment and guilt, wishing at times to be free of the burden. He feels deep regret and shame for these thoughts. After his father's death, Eliezer is further troubled by his relief and inability to cry, highlighting his profound sense of regret.

Elie initially had a strong bond with Moishe, but upon Moishe's return, Elie noticed a profound change in him. Moishe lost his joy and only spoke of the horrors he witnessed, which the community dismissed as madness. Elie was conflicted; he struggled to reconcile Moishe's credibility with the community's disbelief. Despite wanting to believe Moishe, Elie ultimately pitied him, recognizing his grief but also doubting his tales.

Eliezer describes his childhood town of Sighet in Transylvania as a small, predominantly Jewish community. The residents, while charitable, were not particularly fond of the poor. The town was religious, with regular synagogue attendance. Elie's family, like many others, ran a small shop. Life seemed normal and pleasant, with children playing and students studying. Despite the ongoing war, the Jews of Sighet believed they were safe in their isolated community.

In Elie Wiesel's Night, the relationship between Elie and his father evolves significantly during their time in the concentration camps. Initially distant, their bond strengthens as they depend on each other for survival amidst the horrors they face. Elie becomes a caregiver as his father's health deteriorates, reversing their traditional roles. Despite moments of frustration, Elie remains devoted until his father's death, which leaves him feeling both grief and a sense of relief from the burden of care. This transformation underscores the profound impact of their shared suffering.

In Night, Elie Wiesel's gold crown is forcibly removed by a dentist using a rusty spoon. As compensation, Elie receives nothing of value; instead, he endures physical pain and further dehumanization. This episode highlights the brutality and exploitation faced by prisoners in the concentration camps.

In Elie Wiesel's Night, a particularly impactful hanging occurs in chapter 4, profoundly affecting Elie and the other prisoners. This execution involves a young boy, a pipel, who is hanged alongside two men for sabotage. Unlike other hangings, the boy's light weight causes him to die slowly, intensifying the horror. The event deeply disturbs the prisoners, prompting questions about God's presence and mercy. Elie reflects on this moment as a turning point in his faith, symbolized by his comment that "the soup tasted like corpses."

In the novel, the main character, Eliezer, primarily aims to survive the Holocaust. Initially overwhelmed by the shock of his experiences, he gradually realizes the importance of staying alive, both for himself and for his father. Unlike typical literary quests, Eliezer's journey is about enduring unimaginable horrors, losing faith, and redefining his understanding of life. His goal of survival underscores the profound impact and horror of the Holocaust.

In Night, Elie is bullied at the camp by Idek, a prisoner who has been put in charge of a Kommando, or work squad. Idek has a violent temper and subjects Elie and his father to a number of brutal assaults.

In Night, Elie Wiesel's reaction to his father's beating is one of helplessness and guilt. He feels powerless to stop the abuse and later experiences remorse for not intervening, reflecting his internal struggle and the dehumanizing effects of the concentration camp environment.

In Night, Elie Wiesel grapples with profound internal conflicts, primarily centered around his relationship with his father and his faith in God. Elie struggles with guilt and resentment toward his father, feeling burdened by his weakness amidst the brutal conditions of Auschwitz. He also experiences a crisis of faith, questioning God's presence and benevolence in light of the Holocaust's atrocities. These conflicts are depicted through Elie's reactions to religious holidays, showcasing his evolving sense of disillusionment and rebellion.

Elie was twelve years old when he met Moishe the Beadle, who became his spiritual mentor. Moishe taught Elie about Jewish mysticism in their small town of Sighet before the horrors of the Holocaust began.