The Concept of Religion in “Young Goodman Brown

Religion makes a big impact on a person’s life. Religion shapes a person’s lifestyle and personality. Nathaniel Hawthorne criticizes religious institutions and people’s attitudes towards religions in “Young Goodman Brown”. The story “Young Goodman Brown” is about a man who loses his faith when he finds out the evils in the world. Hawthorne criticizes institutional religion because of its corruption. Hawthorne believes that people have misinterpreted religion and have forgotten the true meaning of religion, which is to have love, hope, and faith.
“Young Goodman Brown” criticizes people’s views on religion and the institutional aspect of religion. The story takes place in Salem. Salem is populated by hypocrites who cover up horrible crimes with respectability. The story has allegorical characters, such as Goody Cloyse who represents religion. She teaches the Bible to young children. Goodman Brown has respect for her as well as the whole town. As Goodman Bro...