By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept

Describe symbolism in By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept by Paulo Coelho

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Last updated by Cat on 23 Oct 01:20

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Answered by Cat on 23 Oct 01:20

The Piedra River represents cleansing. It is believed that the river can rid a person of pain and suffering. Anything that is thrown into the river is cleansed and eaten up, never to return.