In Act 4 of "The Crucible," when Elizabeth tells John Proctor that he has goodness now, it reflects a moment of profound redemption and moral clarity. Despite the turmoil and the weight of his past actions, she recognizes his decision to stand by his principles, even at great personal cost. This statement underscores the theme of individual integrity and the possibility of salvation through honesty and courage. It highlights the transformative power of personal sacrifice and the reclaiming of one's honor.
The relevant quote is: "He have his goodness now. God forbid I take it from him!"Elizabeth views John's choice to die as his redemption from any of his wrongs.
she means he has finally forgiven himself for his sins and realized hesnot a completely bad person and still has some good in him
Elizabeth: "And yet you've not confessed till now. That speak goodness in you." Elizabeth: "John, it come to naught that I should forgive you, if you'll forgive yourself. It is not my sould John, it is yours. Only be sure of this, for I know it now. Whatever you will do, it is a good man does it."
In Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible," Elizabeth Proctor says this line to emphasize the importance of John Proctor's redemption and moral integrity. After a tumultuous journey through guilt and shame, he has finally embraced his goodness by refusing to falsely confess to witchcraft. Elizabeth recognizes that this newfound sense of honor is vital for his soul, and she fears that any attempt to coerce him into dishonesty would strip him of this hard-won virtue. This moment highlights themes of integrity, personal sacrifice, and the struggle for truth amidst societal pressures.
She learns to be more forgiving. Elizabeth Proctor would not forgive her husband John Proctor for having an affair with Abigail Williams once she had heard about it, but toward the end of the play, when her husband is about to be hanged, she finally forgives him and shows how much she means it. "He have his goodness now. God forbid I take it from him!"
The relevant quote is: "He have his goodness now. God forbid I take it from him!"Elizabeth views John's choice to die as his redemption from any of his wrongs.
Elizabeth: "And yet you've not confessed till now. That speak goodness in you." Elizabeth: "John, it come to naught that I should forgive you, if you'll forgive yourself. It is not my sould John, it is yours. Only be sure of this, for I know it now. Whatever you will do, it is a good man does it."
she means he has finally forgiven himself for his sins and realized hesnot a completely bad person and still has some good in him
she means he has finally forgiven himself for his sins and realized hesnot a completely bad person and still has some good in him
Elizabeth: "And yet you've not confessed till now. That speak goodness in you." Elizabeth: "John, it come to naught that I should forgive you, if you'll forgive yourself. It is not my sould John, it is yours. Only be sure of this, for I know it now. Whatever you will do, it is a good man does it."
Elizabeth I was a Tudor. The other Elizabeth, the queen now, is not.
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Olly Murs oh my goodness
Olly Murs oh my goodness
She learns to be more forgiving. Elizabeth Proctor would not forgive her husband John Proctor for having an affair with Abigail Williams once she had heard about it, but toward the end of the play, when her husband is about to be hanged, she finally forgives him and shows how much she means it. "He have his goodness now. God forbid I take it from him!"
The one we are in now, his daughter Elizabeth took the throne. She is now Queen Elizabeth the 2nd.
The one we are in now, his daughter Elizabeth took the throne. She is now Queen Elizabeth the 2nd.