Martin Luther King, "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. The true neighbor will risk his position, his prestige, and even his life for the welfare of others. In dangerous valleys of hazardous pathways, he will lift some bruised and beaten brother to a higher and more noble life." In other words, what makes a man is not his reaction in a situation where he is comfortable in, but where he stands when the situation is unexpected and uncomfortable. A true neighbor would put others well being in front of his own and be determined to help even if it jeopardizes his own position. I agree with Dr. Kings statement because it is easier to conquer something that the individual is used to and reassured in. The true test on a man's endurance is when he overcomes a situation that is incompatible with his own experiences. Atticus and Boo Radly exemplify the meaning of this quote by being good neighbors in, To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee.
Atticus Finch is as good neighbor in the book because of his constant consistence of helping others. Atticus defended an innocent black man, in a time where prejudice was emphatic. Another example of how Atticus is a good neighbor is how he comforted Tom Robinson's Wife, Helen, despite the prejudice of the town. This fully covers Dr. Martin Luther King's entire quote. Atticus stood in a situation that was obviously challenging, and extremely controversial since most of the towns citizens were prejudice and disliked Atticus for defending a black man. He risked his position and prestige as a person, as well as a lawyer to gratify the welfare of Tom Robinson.
Boo Radly was also a good neighbor. Although his obscure and mysterious identity misled his town into thinking that he was homicidal, he was a benevolent man who had a genuine compassion toward others.