In literature, parallels have sometimes been drawn between certain characters and Jesus Christ. Jesus represents innate goodness, selflessness and sacrifice. His teachings promoted good in mankind and society in general. However, they were not always well received. Jesus was misunderstood my many and perceived to be a fraud. He unfortunately died upholding his ideals. In William Golding’s Lord of the Flies, the character of Simon possesses similarities to Jesus Christ in his personal qualities, spiritualty and his treatment by others.
