Silence Theme of Betrayal

In Silence, Father Sebastien Rodrigues is more obsessed with Judas than a disgruntled Bob Dylan fan. It's easy to understand why, though: after his former teacher has supposedly betrayed the Catholic Church, Rodrigues is left trying to make sense of the shocking turn of events. This is a big deal for a man of the faith. As Rodrigues learns more and more about Ferreira's fall from grace—and after he meets a Judas of his own in the form of an old drunk named Kichijiro—the young priest realizes that betrayal isn't the black-and-white issue he assumed it to be.

1. Why is Rodrigues so bitter toward Kichijiro?
2. In your eyes, does Ferreira betray the Church? Explain.
3. Why is Rodrigues so upset by Ferreira's perceived betrayal?
4. Why is Rodrigues so resistant toward apostatizing?