Atticus says, “Jem, see if you can stand in Bob Ewell’s shoes a minute. I destroyed his last shred of credibility at that trial, if he had any...

The Golden rule is "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." In To Kill a Mocking Bird, Atticus practices the Golden Rule when he does not retaliate when Bob Ewell spits in his face. During the trial Bob Ewell verbally attacks Atticus for exposing Ewell’s cruelty to his own children. Atticus shreds Bob Ewell's credibility and Ewell threatens Atticus' life. Atticus does not retaliate when threatened. Atticus treats Bob Ewell the way he would want to be treated. Atticus is a perfect example of a strong person who has self-control. He exhibits courage and good character by saying nothing in return to Ewell's threatening comments. Atticus cares more about Ewell's children than Bob Ewell does himself. He would rather Ewell take out his anger on himself rather than taking it out on Mayella. Atticus is a prime example of a decent gentleman who does unto Ewell as he would have Ewell do unto him. Through his example of good character even when threatened, Atticus teaches his own children to be good citizens as he treats others the way he would want to be treated. Scout and Jem watch and learn and become honorable people in the small southern community. Atticus is an excellent parent who has integrity and and decency in all of his actions whether public or private.