Throughout the novel Okonkwo holds a high place in society. Yet because his pride gets the best of him, he performs minor wrongdoings such as killing Ikemefuna and beating his wife on the Week of Peace. Each of those crimes can be forgiven for however, killing Ezeudu’s son can not be overlooked and Okonkwo is ultimately exiled. His exilation is the beginning of his downfall and showcases his tragic flaw. Because he is overly proud of himself and cannot show weakness, this accident can hardly be prevented. He then goes to his mother clan and is able to build a sense of community and friendship, yet it is not comparable to his life in Umuofia and the life he had there. After returning to Umuofia, he realizes that so much has changed, between Christianity and the new government that he cannot be himself and begins to feel like his position is being jeopardised. This is the point in which he recognizes his flaws. He realizes that his opinion towards the white men may be incorrect but would rather kill himself with undamaged pride then allow himself to be subjected and tortured by the Christians. Because of his superior mindset and various achievements, Okonkwo is flawed with excessive pride which inhibits him from accepting change, exhibiting weakness and ultimately leads him to a harsh downfall ending with a
Throughout the novel Okonkwo holds a high place in society. Yet because his pride gets the best of him, he performs minor wrongdoings such as killing Ikemefuna and beating his wife on the Week of Peace. Each of those crimes can be forgiven for however, killing Ezeudu’s son can not be overlooked and Okonkwo is ultimately exiled. His exilation is the beginning of his downfall and showcases his tragic flaw. Because he is overly proud of himself and cannot show weakness, this accident can hardly be prevented. He then goes to his mother clan and is able to build a sense of community and friendship, yet it is not comparable to his life in Umuofia and the life he had there. After returning to Umuofia, he realizes that so much has changed, between Christianity and the new government that he cannot be himself and begins to feel like his position is being jeopardised. This is the point in which he recognizes his flaws. He realizes that his opinion towards the white men may be incorrect but would rather kill himself with undamaged pride then allow himself to be subjected and tortured by the Christians. Because of his superior mindset and various achievements, Okonkwo is flawed with excessive pride which inhibits him from accepting change, exhibiting weakness and ultimately leads him to a harsh downfall ending with a