Monsieur Antichrist

  After his arrest for the murder, it is apparent that Meursault's bizarre emotional detachment is also recognized by the characters in the book. After questioning Meursault and being disgusted by his indifference, the magistrate shows him a crucifix and calls him, "Monsieur antichrist" (71). By referring to him as "Monsieur Antichrist", he ostracizes Meursault from the moral good of Christianity and declares that he doesn't have morals. The magistrate and the court's uneasiness towards Meursault's behavior is further evidence that his morals are not aligned with the rest of society. Not only is his emotional indifference apparent in his narration towards the audience, but also the characters in the book which jeopardizes any sympathy they would have towards him. The lack of empathy from supporting characters of the court does not make for a positive outlook for the plot's conclusion.