Being honorable means doing whatever it takes to achieve the goal you have set. An honorable person does what they can and more to accomplish their goal. Atticus was honorable because he didn't let what people did or say get to him. He stands up for what he believes is right and he stood up for Tom Robinson even though he knew they would lose. He teaches his children everything he knows and they believe he is the most honorable person alive. For readers to see how Atticus is an honorable person they must first look at him the way people in Maycomb County did. The main reason Atticus Finch was a honorable person was because he stood up for Tom Robinson when he knew they were going to lose. He believes everyone is equal, therefore, just because Tom Robinson is black, doesn't mean he shouldn't defend him. He told Scout many times in the book if he didn't defend this man he would never be able to tell Jem or her what to do ever again. He has to set a good example for his children if he expects them to do something or follow certain values. That's why in this case he is displaying that everyone deserves a chance everyone is equal. He is trying to make the town of Maycomb be more accepted to the idea since the town is of great discrimination. Even though he is only one man, he is hoping to cause …show more content…
He took on the trail of Tom Robinson because no one else would. Atticus is always giving his children really good advice and his advice comes from example. He respects elders regardless of the ignorance they show this is why he is honorable.From the defending of Tom Robinson to his gentle affirmation that he must do the right thing despite of the odds, Atticus truly advises his children by example. He treats his children with respect of fairness and logic and he guides them through their mistakes. He allows the them to see both the ugliness and the beauty of the world and he is always ready to catch them if they