as called names like, "imbecile, donkey, flax-head, dope, glump, ninny, and fool." (Singer 61) Its not like Gimpel was not aware of what people thought of him.Gimpel almost sought to the same level as the townspeople. After his wife passed away Gimpel felt depressed and this is when he was tempted by the devil to urinate on all the bread. Gimpel seriously contemplated the idea to the point where he actually did do it. Later on that night though he had a dream with his wife that made him feel guilty. Even though, the only thing the townspeople have ever made him feel is low. He still was not able to get back at them when he had his chance because he keeps letting his conscience get to him.The conflict between Gimpel and the townspeople is only resolved when Gimpel assures himself that anything can happen. Singer is able to show how society can make someone feel if they are continually attacked and the impact they can have on someone's life. If Gimpel was never mocked at he could have turned into a man who would not be able to express his opinion. But since society decided to label him as a fool, that is what he stayed for most of his life. Most importantly, Singer is trying to explain how outside sources can shape ones life and turn them into someone they are not....
