Hester's treatment was completely fair, she violated a clearly stated law. She was guilty because she knew what she has done but felt as if it wasn't wrong. There is the fact that she thinks her husband is dead and therefore it is perfectly fine to get involved with other people. However no body was found so by law she was still married to her husband; therefore not being allowed to get involved with other men. A baby is not something you can hide back in the days, it acted as pretty solid proof of adultery. I believe she felt a bit guilty but also felt that it was justified.
Everyone feels a sense of guilt in their lives, and if you don't then you are a very arrogant person who cares for nothing but yourself. I remember that one time when I was still in elementary school I did something that was pretty unforgivable.Me and a group of friends were playing soccer during the lunch break, and I tripped someone on purpose. The kid fell and hit a stone with his elbow which ended up breaking his arm. I felt so guilty and afraid that I would get into major trouble. I didn't even have the courage to tell him I was sorry. The guilt hunted me for days and I finally let it out. I went to school and apologized to the kid face to face and hoped for forgiveness. He forgave me and the guilt disappeared; however thinking back at the event I still feel a sense of guilt.
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