How does Holden treat the nuns in the Catcher in the Rye?

Holden treats the nuns with respect and deference. He even made a contribution from the church. Holden notes their lack of finer things, and even comments how he finds cheap luggage annoying, as well as the fact that he felt guilty eating bacon and eggs while they had toast and coffee.

Holden treats the nuns with genuine kindness and respect, which is unusual because he is often critical of other adults. He enjoys talking with them about literature, donates money to them, and feels guilty that they live such simple lives while he can afford a better breakfast. This scene reveals Holden's compassion and his appreciation for people who are sincere and unselfish.