Chapter Twelve Summary

The next morning, Okonkwo’s friend Obierika was celebrating the betrothal of his daughter. This was a ceremony centered around the bride and her mother and involved a lot of palm wine.

Since Ekwefi had barely slept the previous night, she was tired. The priestess had returned her Ezinma by morning, without any information or omens. Okonkwo was tired too; he chose not to show any of it though.

The groom’s family arrived with fifty pots of palm wine—which was much appreciated by the bride’s family and their community. The feast was a success and as night set in, singers went around, with songs of praise for each man. They praised Okonkwo as the greatest wrestler and warrior alive.

Finally, the bride arrived and was taken by the groom’s family to their home.

Chapter Twelve Analysis

Igbo life is described in further detail. Everyone helps everyone and all feasts are celebrated together as a community. Any celebration in a household is a celebration for the whole village.

There are strict rules for agriculture and cattle grazing and penalties are placed on those who let their cattle destroy their neighbors’ crops. However, allowances are also made for those who are ill or have newly born children—from having to participate in feasts and family celebrations.

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