Many observations on life or a variety of human conditions are expressed throughout this novel, Anthem, by Ayn Rand, has many meaningful themes. One major theme that is effective throughout the novel is done and expressed by one man, with the concept of ego. This man, Equality 7-2521, dared to express his individuality as “I” rather than universally as “we.” With his distinctive beliefs, the theme of this novel is the power of one’s belief in standing alone can overcome the beliefs of many. This theme is expressed through Equality 7-2521’s actions, thoughts, and feelings.
Equality 7-2521 stands alone by his actions. He shows that no matter what the boundaries are, his beliefs come first. This is evident through the decisions he makes and also through his discoveries. Anthem opens up with:
“ It is a sin to write this. It is a sin to think of words no others think and to put them down upon a paper no others are to see. It is base and evil. It is as if were speaking alone to no ears but our own. And we know well that ther
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He overcomes the beliefs of others by believing in what he believes is right. When he had first encounter with her, he already experienced feelings that no man was supposed to feel. Equality 7-2521’s actions are a piece to the motive of the power of one’s belief in standing alone can overcome the beliefs of many. It was like a puzzle that only Equality 7-2521 was willing to unravel. He was even more knowledgeable than others were. It was a sin to write, but his new beliefs surpassed his old belief. He showed it by having positive thoughts about himself. ” (Pg 1)
This passage reveals his individuality in standing alone. In Anthem the lower class was the street sweepers which included Equality 7-2521.
Feelings that Equality 7-2521 expressed, over came the beliefs of many. His discoveries are the beginning to a new future. He felt a certain joy and curiosity. Even though it is a sin to think at a higher level than a scholar is, his one discovery overcame the many discoveries of all the scholars. He gradually made contact with the “Golden One,” first with a simple look, a smile, and then a conversation. Living in a society that has many social classes it is bound to have a lower class.
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