Simon in "Lord of the Flies" represents human goodness, spirituality, and morality. He is different from the other boys on the island because he embodies innate, spiritual human goodness that is deeply connected with nature. Simon is the first to realize that the monster on the island is not a real, physical beast but rather a savagery that lurks within each human being. He acts morally not out of guilt or shame but because he believes in the inherent value of morality. Simon is also described as a Christ-like figure, with his kindness, intuition, thoughtfulness, and virtue. He is the only character who understands the true nature of the beast and tries to communicate it to the other boys. However, his brutal murder at the hands of the other boys indicates the scarcity of that good amid an overwhelming abundance of evil.