“Thou shalt not commit adultery” (Bible). Adultery is amongst one of the most popular 10 commandments broken; around 22% of adults have cheated on their partner (Weaver). In The Crucible, John Proctor is recognized as an honest and trustworthy man to rely on in the town of Salem. However, when the secret of John and Abigail’s affair is released, he is soon discredited as a respected resident. Although he is no longer respected, he is still believed to be a hero. John Proctor is a hero because he displays perseverance, sacrifice, and faithfulness.
In The Crucible, John Proctor exhibits many characteristics of a hero. The first appearance of John’s heroism is in Act three when he admits to his affair with Abigail. In an attempt to prove Abigail is lying, John …show more content…
I have known her” (Miller 110). John saying these words shows perseverance; he is willing to admit to the affair in order to eliminate Abigail although there could potentially be consequences. If Abigail is lying then he can save the innocent people of the town, including himself. In addition, John would rather be hung than have his name disrespected. Near his final moments, he says, “…and I sold my friends? …I blacken all of the when this is nailed to the church the very day they hang for silence” (Miller 143). This occurrence shows heroism because John Proctor sacrifices his life in order to save both his honor and his friend’s honor; by refusing to sign the confession, he preserves his name as an honest man. It would be unbearable for him to live knowing he was a coward. In spite of the fact that John previously had an affair with Abigail, he remains faithful to Elizabeth throughout the remainder of the novel. While alone, Proctor tells Abigail, “Abby, I
In The Crucible, John Proctor exhibits many characteristics of a hero. The first appearance of John’s heroism is in Act three when he admits to his affair with Abigail. In an attempt to prove Abigail is lying, John …show more content…
I have known her” (Miller 110). John saying these words shows perseverance; he is willing to admit to the affair in order to eliminate Abigail although there could potentially be consequences. If Abigail is lying then he can save the innocent people of the town, including himself. In addition, John would rather be hung than have his name disrespected. Near his final moments, he says, “…and I sold my friends? …I blacken all of the when this is nailed to the church the very day they hang for silence” (Miller 143). This occurrence shows heroism because John Proctor sacrifices his life in order to save both his honor and his friend’s honor; by refusing to sign the confession, he preserves his name as an honest man. It would be unbearable for him to live knowing he was a coward. In spite of the fact that John previously had an affair with Abigail, he remains faithful to Elizabeth throughout the remainder of the novel. While alone, Proctor tells Abigail, “Abby, I