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Another name for a woman or a man with no title; someone who doesn't really do anything or useless.

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Why did a playmate call okonkwos father agbala?

Okonkwo's father Unoka was an agbala. The primary definition of agbala was woman, but it could also be used to describe a man with no titles, derisively. As Unoka had no titles, he was an agbala. Some children are mean or thoughtless.


What is the meaning of the word agbala?

Agbala is an Igbo word that can have various meanings depending on its context. It can mean "old woman" or "title of a traditional priestess." In Chinua Achebe's novel "Things Fall Apart," Agbala refers to the Oracle of the Hills and Caves.


When was Luc Agbala born?

Luc Agbala was born on 1947-09-23.


When did Luc Agbala die?

Luc Agbala died on 2010-10-18.


Who wanted to take Ezinma to see Agbala?

Okonkwo wanted to take Ezinma to see Agbala in the novel "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe. Agbala is the Oracle of the Hills and Caves, a highly respected deity in the Igbo culture, and Okonkwo wanted Ezinma to see Agbala for spiritual guidance and protection.


What did Ekwefi do after Ezinma went to see Agbala?

Ekwefi decided to follow the priestess who was taking Ezinma to see Agbala.


Did any of the characters of Things Fall Apart come in contact with the Gods?

Only Chielo, the priestess to the Oracle of Agbala was able to speak with the oracle of Agbala herself.


Who or what decides if Umuofia should go to war?

The men of Umuofia decide to go to war, but the ultimate decision relies on their god Agbala, who either approves or rejects their war. Agbala speaks to Umuofia through her oracle. Agbala only approves wars if they are just, and not based on blame.


Why did Unoka go to visit the Oracle of Agbala?

Unoka consulted Agbala to see why he was having such poor harvests. The oracle told him it was the fault of his laziness, not any offense to the gods or ancestors.


Why do the people of Umuofia consult Agbala?

People consulted Agbala whenever it wanted advice from either the gods or passed away relatives. Umuofia consulted Agbala whenever it wanted to go to war. People also consulted the oracle whenever someone wanted to contact the spirit of a dead father or relative.


How is Agbala messages carried to the people?

She likes to make poopies


What is an example of Okonkwo insulting someone?

When speaking to an agbala, a man who had no titles during a meeting, he dismisses the man saying "This meeting is for men." He implicitly implies that the agbala is less than a man.