Redemption In The Crucible
There is a saying that says people have the ability to change until they take their very last breath, which is exemplified by a character in “The Crucible”. In the play written by Arthur Miller, protagonist John Proctor committed the ultimate sin of adultery; damaging his image and relationships with others. Initially. Proctor is a hot-headed, guilt ridden man, however, as the story progresses, he transforms into an honest man--truly desiring redemption. As the play begins, John Proctor is easily agitated and carries an abundance of guilt. His affair with Abigail Williams severely damaged his relationship with his wife. Proctor shows disfavor for her, suggesting she “ought to bring flowers in the house [...] its winter in here” (Miller 166).
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Meanwhile, witch trials move forward, and Proctor is determined to be entirely honest. He intends on his house servant, Mary Warren to go forward and testify against Abigail, proving that she is a fraud. As Mary’s testimony continues, John exclaims “Mary, remember the angel Raphael--do which is good” (Miller 196). Proctor not only strives for himself to be truthful, but attempts to convince others to do the same. In addition to his honesty, John Proctor thirsts for redemption from his sin. When he committed adultery, he not only let down his wife but let down God; for he disobeyed one of the Commandments. As time progresses in the play, Proctor is challenged to admit to a crime he did not commit in order to save himself. Nevertheless, he is aware that if he does what is requested of him, he will tarnish his name and further dismantle his relationship with God. As the questioning continues, Proctor yells, “I confess to God, and God has seen my name on this! [...]It is no part of salvation that you should use me” (Miller 211). Proctor fully gives himself to God, exhibiting he desires to be redeemed and will not engage in any further reprehensible acts. He remarks about salvation, which is precisely what he receives after practicing to be good, honest and be devoted to
Meanwhile, witch trials move forward, and Proctor is determined to be entirely honest. He intends on his house servant, Mary Warren to go forward and testify against Abigail, proving that she is a fraud. As Mary’s testimony continues, John exclaims “Mary, remember the angel Raphael--do which is good” (Miller 196). Proctor not only strives for himself to be truthful, but attempts to convince others to do the same. In addition to his honesty, John Proctor thirsts for redemption from his sin. When he committed adultery, he not only let down his wife but let down God; for he disobeyed one of the Commandments. As time progresses in the play, Proctor is challenged to admit to a crime he did not commit in order to save himself. Nevertheless, he is aware that if he does what is requested of him, he will tarnish his name and further dismantle his relationship with God. As the questioning continues, Proctor yells, “I confess to God, and God has seen my name on this! [...]It is no part of salvation that you should use me” (Miller 211). Proctor fully gives himself to God, exhibiting he desires to be redeemed and will not engage in any further reprehensible acts. He remarks about salvation, which is precisely what he receives after practicing to be good, honest and be devoted to