Morality is another important theme in
Khaled Hosseini's "The Kite Runner". When Amir is still a child, Baba
constantly teaches Amir to not "steal". Stealing is an unforgivable
sin, and it is the "common denominator of all sins". The fact that, in
Baba's point of view, nearly all crimes can be determined as an action of
stealing implies Baba wishes Amir to not commit any sin. On the trip to Pakistan, Baba and Amir witness a potential crime in action
which a Russian guard intends to rape a woman. However, due to Baba's courage
and perseverance, that woman is saved. Baba does such brave action because, to
Baba, doing the right thing is so important, losing morality and justice is so
tragic, he becomes fearless of death. Baba hopes Amir can one day be a man who
is like himself (Baba): able to stand up to anything and do the right things.
As readers, we can also notice morality is important through a different
perspective. Discrimination, violence, war, rape, and so forth are continuously
brought up in " The Kite Runner". Those injustices are indeed
horrifying and tragic. Countless of those immoral actions are vividly depicted
chapter after chapter. It strongly conveys the message of how important it is
to have morality, regulation, and peace. The author illustrates the importance
of morality through different approaches. The Tiananmen-tank-man
picture is a powerful image which can be related well to Baba's bravery against
that Russian guard. Like that tank-man, Baba is not afraid of the armed Russian
guard. In spite of the risk of death, the tank-man and Baba both know it is
important to stand up for doing the rights things. The author's intention of
conveying the message of the importance morality and bravery against crimes can
be well illustrated in this photo.
“War doesn't negate decency. It demands it, even more than in times of peace." - Baba”
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