Hammurabi, St. Thomas, and Mohammad face The Scarlet Letter

Hester from The Scarlet Letter is facing deliberation for committing adultery only she finds herself caught by a hung jury. The three jurors are King Hammurabi, St. Thomas, and Mohammad and debate about the best punishment for Hester’s crime of passion based upon their viewpoints. St. Thomas and Mohammad are guided by their religion and King Hammurabi stands by his laws. The three are at odds because of their strong convictions and dedication to their beliefs, they find reaching a decision impossible.