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Because it is a sacred time of peace to respect the gods and ancestors.
Okonkwo was a warrior in the war of Umuofia against Isike. In that war, 12 of Isike's men were killed to 2 from Umuofia. Before the end of the fourth market week (16 days) Isike sued for peace.
Okonkwo breaks the sacred Peace of Ani, also known as the Week of Peace, by beating Ojiugo, his third wife. He is forced to sacrifice to the goddess and repent. His neighbours look down upon Okonkwo for the sacrilege, and also for not being outwardly repentant, as they think he is not genuinely repenting.
Before, any person who broke the week of peace would be killed. However, villagers found that the act of killing itself was an affront to the gods and goddesses. Thus the punishment afterward was much lighter, and involved sacrificing to the gods and goddesses and repenting.
Okonkwo beats his wife (possibly second...you may want to look this up as I read the book months ago). This is unheard of because during the week of peace, all violence is frowned upon.
Because it is a sacred time of peace to respect the gods and ancestors.
In the week of peace, the villagers of Umuofia are not allowed to work on their farms or engage in any form of violence. It is a time of unity, prayer, and reflection, intended to promote harmony and good will among the community members. Any breach of the peace during this time is considered a grave offense.
Okonkwo was a warrior in the war of Umuofia against Isike. In that war, 12 of Isike's men were killed to 2 from Umuofia. Before the end of the fourth market week (16 days) Isike sued for peace.
Sunday
We observe Holy Week, we do not celebrate it. It is the week when we remember the passion and death of Our Lord.
Most cultures observe Sunday as the first day of the week.
Okonkwo beat his wife during the week of peace, the one week of the year in which no violence was to be committed. As this week of peace was a tribute to the gods, this was considered sacrilege and an offense to the gods.
The Week of Peace in Igbo culture is a period of time set aside to promote harmony, unity, and nonviolence within the community. It is a significant tradition where conflicts are resolved, and people come together to uphold peace through various rituals, ceremonies, and taboos. Breaking the peace during this week is seen as a serious offense and is met with consequences.
The Week of Peace is a period of harmony and non-violence observed in some traditional African societies, often at the start of the planting season. During this time, conflicts are usually resolved peacefully, and people come together to promote unity and cooperation. It is seen as a sacred time to set aside differences and focus on community well-being.
Okonkwo commits the crime of beating his wife, Ojiugo, during the Week of Peace by violating the rules of the sacred week. This action angers the gods and disrupts the peace and sanctity of the community.
The Week of Peace is a tradition in Igbo culture to honor and show respect for the earth goddess, Ani. It is observed to maintain peace, harmony, and order within the community. Breaking the peace during this week is seen as a serious offense that requires atonement through sacrifices and rituals.
We're going to observe a religious holiday next week.