He says that he has never seen "any jury decide in favour of a coloured man over a white man." (208)
Reverend Sykes says that it was the first time he had seen a black man win a case in a white court. He also comments on the respect shown by the spectators to Atticus Finch during the trial. Overall, he emphasizes the significance of this moment for the African American community in the town.
Reverend Sykes says 'Nobody leaves until we have ten dollars' because he wants to collect enough money for Helen, Tom Robinson's wife, to support herself and her children. Sykes orders the doors of the church closed until the congregation can come up with the money, which they eventually do.
Reverend Sykes wanted Scout to go home because he knew that the outcome of Tom Robinson's trial would be emotionally difficult for her to witness. Additionally, he understood that the trial was not a place for a child and wanted to ensure her well-being and safety.
he says that he should just admit to being a witch although he is not just so that he can save his own life. he says "life is god's most precious gift."
In the book of Psalm chapter 111 verse 9 you can read of where it says " Holy and reverend is His name."
He says Holly because it is Oli with an 'H'
its not calpurnia, its Reverend Sykes. he says that when Calpurnia takes scout and jem to the blacks church.
The Court Clerk usually says this. What does this mean? how did it came to be.....
Abigail says that they were just dancing
The word "Reverend" is in the King James Version of the Bible 1 time. It is in Psalm 111:9 which says, "He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name."
Sykes says this line in Sweat.
1.Sykes says he doesn't want "white folks" clothes in his house. 2.Delia says that her washing has payed for the house and put food on the table. 3.Delia seizes a skillet from the stove and strikes a defensive pose. 4.Sykes leaves the house.