How does Obierika feel about female crimes and twins?

Answer 1

Obierika does not understand why someone should be punished for an accidental crime. He further does not understand why twins should be mutilated and thrown away.

However, he believes that if one finger brought oil, it soiled the others. For example, if Okonkwo, was not punished for this accident, it might encourage other more malicious people to commit crimes and exclaim that it was an accident. He could not ignore the laws of the gods when it did not suit him, and then expect everyone else to obey the laws of the gods and Igbo society.

Answer 2

Obierika believes that female crimes are serious and should be punished accordingly to maintain societal order. He also respects the cultural taboos surrounding twins and understands the consequences associated with them in Igbo society.