Les Misérables · Character

Sister Simplice

A nun who nurses Fantine and later helps Jean Valjean.

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Also known as Simplice, VI Sister Simplice

First appearance: xi christus nos liberavit

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A nun of absolute truthfulness, devoted to caring for Fantine; M.

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Sister Simplice
A nun of absolute truthfulness, devoted to caring for Fantine; M. Madeleine speaks with her privately.
Sister Simplice
A nun of absolute truthfulness, devoted to caring for Fantine; M. Madeleine recommends Fantine to her in a singular tone.
Sister Simplice Put to the Proof
Sister Simplice attends to Fantine, trying to calm her and manage her expectations. She explains to the doctor that M. Madeleine is absent and that they have not corrected Fantine's belief about his journey.
Sister Simplice Put to the Proof
Sister Simplice attends to Fantine, trying to calm her and manage her expectations, while also being surprised by M. Madeleine's delay.
In What Mirror M. Madeleine Contemplates His Hair
Watches over Fantine, notices the mayor's white hair, and expresses concern about the truth.
In What Mirror M. Madeleine Contemplates His Hair
The nun tending to Fantine notices M. Madeleine's white hair and struggles with the idea of not telling the truth to the dying woman.
Fantine Happy
Sister Simplice remains with Fantine and M. Madeleine during the doctor's visit, providing quiet presence.
Fantine Happy
Sister Simplice remains alone with Fantine and M. Madeleine after the doctor's visit, providing a quiet presence.
IV: Authority Reasserts Its Rights
Witnesses Valjean's final moments with Fantine.
V: A Suitable Tomb
Lies to Javert to protect Valjean, sacrificing her truthfulness.
Authority Reasserts Its Rights
Witnesses Jean Valjean's whispered words to the deceased Fantine.
A Suitable Tomb
Lies to Javert to protect Valjean, sacrificing her truthfulness for his safety.

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