Reverend Hale and Reverend Parris share a commitment to their positions within the Salem community and a desire to uphold their reputations. Both characters initially prioritize their standing in the community over moral considerations, as Parris is primarily concerned with maintaining his authority and influence, while Hale is initially focused on eradicating witchcraft to protect the town. However, their responses to the unfolding events diverge, with Hale ultimately seeking redemption and truth, while Parris remains entrenched in self-preservation. This contrast highlights the theme of integrity versus self-interest in the face of moral crises.
Reverend Hale
Reverend Hale is a minister from Beverly who is an expert in demonic arts. Rev. Parris asks Rev. Hale to investigate the situation in Salem.
John Proctor, Rev. Parris, Rev. Hale, Abigail Williams
Rev. Hale was supposedly a master on the matter of expelling evil and helped in other towns.
Parris was forceful and Hale was more gentle.
Reverend Hale
Reverend Hale is a minister from Beverly who is an expert in demonic arts. Rev. Parris asks Rev. Hale to investigate the situation in Salem.
John Proctor, Rev. Parris, Rev. Hale, Abigail Williams
Rev. Hale was supposedly a master on the matter of expelling evil and helped in other towns.
Parris was forceful and Hale was more gentle.
why do you think Rev. Parris has many enemies?
Hale believes that the devil will only attack the house of a moral person, because it would not make sense to attack more.
Parris wants to save his reputation while Hale wants to save the people.
Reverend Parris is a character in Arthur Miller's play, The Crucible. He sent for Reverend Hale because Parris needed an expert on witchcraft and he wanted Reverend Hale's help in hunting down witches.
Rev. Parris is Betty's father and Abigail William's uncle. In addition, Tituba is Rev. Parris's slave.
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Reverend Hale