Atticus says Mrs. Dubose represents true courage.
Mrs. Dubose criticizes Atticus for defending Tom Robinson, calling him a "n-word lover" and questioning his morals and judgment. She feels that Atticus is betraying his own race by representing a black man in court.
because she stopped her morphine addiction before she died so she could die sane. Stopping an addiction is one of the hardest things a person can do.
courage
Atticus said to Mrs. Dubose, "I missed you today."
He calls her racist
Atticus describes the camellias in Mrs. Dubose's yard as "the beginnings of a smile" which symbolizes the hope and recovery she is striving for in overcoming her addiction. He recognizes their beauty despite the negativity surrounding Mrs. Dubose.
Mrs. Dubose insults Atticus and calls him names for defending Tom Robinson. Jem responds by destroying Mrs. Dubose's camellia bushes. Atticus defends Mrs. Dubose because he believes in showing compassion and understanding towards others, even those who may hold different views or attitudes.
Atticus tells Jem that Mrs. Dubose wanted to give him something to remember her by, which shows her attempt to make amends for her past behavior before she passed away. The gift of the single camellia flower symbolizes Mrs. Dubose's final act of kindness and courage.
because mrs. dubose said that atticus "lawed for n word"
mrs. dubose
Mrs. Dubose insults Atticus in front of Jem on pages 135-136 in the book "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee.
mrs dubose
Mrs. Dubose makes racist remarks about Atticus defending Tom Robinson and insults Jem and Scout’s father. She also criticizes Atticus for defending a black man, which goes against their moral beliefs. This behavior is offensive and intolerant.
Atticus tells Jem that Mrs. Dubose was a recovering morphine addict, and that she was a very strong and brave woman.
Atticus understands that Mrs. Dubose is facing her own struggles and is dealing with illness and addiction. He sees her insults as a result of her pain and tries to show empathy and compassion towards her instead of taking offense. Atticus chooses to respond with patience and kindness rather than with anger or hurt feelings.