entry 17
page of reflection:133-134
After Okonkwo had told Uchendu the reason for him
seeking refuge in his motherland, Uchendu had invited his entire family to
gather around. He mostly wanted to speak with Okonkwo about the real
reason he and his family where there. It was intresting the way Uchendu
explained why when someone is punished they are to flee to there motherland.
Uchendu explained that a child belongs to his father but when his father beats
he finds comfort from his mother. Or when things are sweet you remain in
your fatherland, and when life is bitter you seek refuge from you mother in
your motherland. However, besides giving him the explanation for
Okonkwo being there he also encouraged him to not let this incident get
in the way with his life after the seven years pass. Uchendu tells him that
a strong man wouldn't let this interfere with his life but he would overcome
it. It seems as if Uchendu is like a role model or even as a father for
Okonkwo because he has done what a father would do for a son that is going
through a hard time.
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