The further I read into the play, the more interested I became in the
internal struggle Dr. Faustus is going through. The first time he
waivers in his decision to sell his soul to the devil in exchange for
the service of Mephastophillis, the doubt doesn't leave his mind. The
symbolism of his own body telling him not to go through with the
agreement should have been reason enough to retract his statements
about wanting to go "to the dark side." What sticks out to me is how
human he is. I think deep down he knows that what he's doing isn't
going to bring him happiness or power, but he isn't satisfied with the
way things are and so he justifies it and fears that he is not worthy
enough for God. I think this is something that everyone can relate to
and that is why I find the play so moving.