While they are unable to pinpoint their exact reason for uneasiness, Minister Hooper finds himself in a self imposed exile from the company of his fellow man once he assumes the veil. It seems at first that they are uncomfortable with this new appearance and fear what it is he hides. If we believe Minister Hooper's dying words, then it is symbolic of secret sin that lies in the hearts of all man; therefore, if they shudder at the sight of the veil it is their own secret sin that they are reminded of and fear the revelation of in their own life.
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