A difference of opinion arises over the cause of Dimmesdale’s failing health. Compare the townspeople’s opinion to Dimmesdale’s.

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Answered by jill d #170087 on 1/15/2016 7:29 PM

Dimmesdale feels that his failing health is God's punishment. The townspeople believe he is in ill health from working too hard.