The Great Gatsby

Symbolism in The Great Gatsby

The Green Light Symbol 

The green light is a symbol of hope. It is located at Daisy's east egg dock and it can be seem from the west egg dock (Gatsby's place). 

It is a green light and not a red one. Green light means that it's ok to pass. It charges Gatsby with hope to continue his way in achieving his dream, or in achieving Daisy. 

The Eyes of Doctor T. J. Eckleburg Symbol