The Minister's Black Veil

The Minister's Black Veil

1836 • 37 pages

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The eccentricities of individuals tend to bring out the extremes in people. This week's story brings the tale of a minister's challenges in dealing with his congregation's changing perception of him. Despite their lack of understanding, Reverend Hooper is committed to his choices regardless of the outcome.

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Summary: Reverend Hooper, the pastor of a church in a small Puritan town, comes to church one day with a veil covering his face. His congregation soon starts to feel uncomfortable with the minister’s choice to wear the veil and to speculate about its meaning.

August 10, 2024