The discovery that Chillingworth is actually Hester's husband changes the dynamic between him and the minister, who is revealed to be his former best friend, Dimmesdale. Chillingworth's motives become clearer as he seeks revenge on Dimmesdale for the affair with Hester, leading to a tense and manipulative relationship between the two men. The revelation deepens the emotional stakes and adds complexity to their interactions throughout the story.
Hester an Chillingworth were married.
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Roger Chillingworth was Hester's husband
Chillingworth suggests that Dimmesdale is suffering because of something that he is not admitting and that something is bothering him (hinting of a relationship between him and Hester.)
she thinks it will raise conflict between Mr. dimmesdale and chillingworth
Chillingworth figures out that Dimmesdale is Pearl's father by observing his deteriorating health and demeanor, as well as the guilt and emotional toll Dimmesdale bears. Chillingworth also observes the deep bond and connection between Dimmesdale and Hester, which leads him to suspect their relationship. Through his manipulation and probing, he eventually confirms his suspicions.
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Krakauer's discovery that his father had been involved in a sexual assault case, which his father handled poorly, intensified the friction in their relationship. This incident challenged Krakauer's perception of his father and their relationship, leading to increased tension between them.
The Age of Discovery saw an increase in ocean travel, which allowed churches to send representatives to distant lands to spread Christianity.
Hubble's discovery in the 1920s of a relationship between a galaxy's distance from Earth and its speed; and the discovery in the 1960s of cosmic microwave background radiation.
A domestic one. The Age of Discovery sent explorers to discover new lands, which allowed for imperialism - the practice by which nations extend their power to foreign lands.
Dimmesdale's physical deterioration and Chillingworth's relentless pursuit of him are suspicious elements in their debate about sin. Chillingworth's insistence on finding out Dimmesdale's sin and Dimmesdale's reluctance to confess show a deeper conflict between them that goes beyond a typical debate about sin. This tension hints at a more complex and personal connection between them that adds to the suspicious atmosphere.