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Idemili

This Ichuliu god symbolizes the purifying properties of the river.

Chukwu

This God is a source of life for "dibias," or healers, in Ichulu.

Groundnut

This food is used in Ichulu as a sign of community, but its bitterness also symbolizes struggle and sorrow.

Amalike

This neighboring town to Ichulu represents modernization and danger at the beginning of the novel.

Evil Forest

This area represents fear and danger to Ichulu.

Precious Word Ministries

This facility represents oppression and brutality.

The Rice Ijeoma Feeds to Jekwu

This food symbolizes mercy and care.

Jekwu

This character symbolizes miracles to those in Ichulu, but his survival is a result of human intervention.

Phyllipa Nwosu

This character symbolizes great courage and compassion when she moves to burn down the Precious Word Ministries.

Ijeoma's Diary

This object represents hope and perseverance.

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