Simon Symbolism In Lord Of The Flies

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Simon is a symbol of morality in the famous novel Lord of the Flies by William Golding. We see this when he picks fruit for the little children. He could have just passed them by, but he sacrificed his time to help the little ones eat. Another way he symbolizes morality is when he tries to bring the good word to the children. Simon always makes an effort to tell good news to the children. A third way that simon symbolizes morality is when he has a halo on his head as he is floating into the sea, dead. A halo symbolizes religion and religion implies morality. Simon also shows good morals when he stands up for Piggy when he is being picked on by Jack. He shows courage and courtesy at this moment because Jack is intimidating and he was bullying

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