Grace For Good

Les Misérables is one of the most popular novels turned musical turned movie (twice). One of the overarching themes is grace. Jean Valjean, the main character, has been released from a long jail sentence but has a diminished status that keeps him from finding employment. Hungry and tired, he is found by a priest who lavishes him with the best dishes and food. Late in the night, Valjean steals silver from the church, and the priest keeps him from being jailed yet again when he is caught by the...