Pearl.
Hester said she named her baby pearl because she was a great prize and her only treasure. Pearls represent purity. Which is ironic, because Pearl came into this world because of her mother not being pure. Pearls also can stimulate you femininity, and help with self acceptance. They remind you to walk with dignity. They also provide a mirror to see ourselves, but also how we appear to others. I think Hester named Pear, Pearl, because she wants to be reminded that even though she came in to life because of a sin she can still walk high, and accept what happened.
Polly - some interesting thoughts here: Pearl = purity and the irony behind the naming. But, also think about how Pearl - love, or passion, or an offspring - is pure because it is natural, and therefore connected to the nature of humanity.
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