The symbolic significance of fish in old man and the sea
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Santiago's three-day struggle to bring in the biggest catch of his life means more than just the end of a long streak of unsuccessful fishing. The 1,500-pound marlin that Santiago brings in symbolizes Communion, martyrdom, and redemption. Because the fish is attacked by sharks only an hour after Santiago has landed it and is ultimately destroyed, the meaning of the fish to The Old Man and the Sea expands beyond the pages of Hemingway's novella.
Santiago feels that the Marlin is his true brother. The great Marlin gives him life and it gives him purpose,
"It is good that we do not have to try to kill the sun or the moon or the stars. It is enough to live on the sea and kill our true brothers."
Santiago has a greater connection with nature than he has with people (other than Manolin). Santiago muses about the sea birds, turtles.....The Marlin, however, holds a special place in his heart. In many ways the Marlin is symbolic of Santiago in his youth, strong and majestic. There are times when Santiago even wishes to sacrifice himself for the great fish. Santiago loves the Marlin because it validates him, even a broken old fisherman that he has become.
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