To Kill A Mockingbird Conscience Analysis

Humans are fickle creatures that are easily swayed by outside influences. However, conscience and morality often proves to be a more powerful motivator than money. In the world of science, the Curie family is a prime example of scientists who gave up money in order to benefit the greater good. Furthermore, Mahatma Gandhi represents the world leaders who chose to do the moral thing as opposed to one that would bring in more money. And lastly, in the novel To Kill a Mockingbird, Atticus Finch is the epitome of conscientious thinking in perhaps all literature.

Marie Curie and her husband Pierre Curie spent the majority of their lifetime dedicated to the art of science. After discovery radiation from some rocks, Marie hypothesized that there …show more content…
Often called the epitome of goodness and fatherhood, Atticus Finch is a prime example of a strong conscience. In the novel, Atticus Finch is presented with the case of Tom Robinson, a young black man who is accused of raping a young white woman. In the 1930s of small town Alabama, the chances for Robinson to be acquitted is near non-existent; there is much tension between the white and black due to a lack of jobs and the pre existent notions of the past decades. Yet Atticus does not put this case aside and let the jury “decide” on the already predetermined fate of Tom Robinson, he chooses to put up a fight against the prejudice and hope that at least some will be swayed. He could have deemed it a closed case and got a better client but he didn’t. This decision to not back down takes courage and will, both of which Atticus …show more content…
However, conscience, the little nagging thought in the back of our minds is often stronger and more powerful than money will ever be. Marie Curie, Mahatma Gandhi and Atticus Finch all show that with a strong conscience and a high morality, money will not anymore seem all that