Purple Hibiscus Prompt

Purple Hibiscus is a book regarding development, hence a narrative about maturity
Most crucial interpretations concentrate on Kambili's discovery of her "voice," emphasizing
the mental independence she accomplishes while underplaying the very vital component of
her character that emerges during a sexual transformation. Her father's command had not
only disallowed her from telling her story but from experiencing her body. As a young
female, this is potentially the most abhorrent mistreatment her father might have imposed.
The youthful years are predominantly unforgettable for numerous individuals since they mark
the change from childhood to maturity.
Kambili’s Relationship with Father Amadi
Regarding Kambili’ s relation with Father Amadi, Father Amadi plays a critical part in
transforming Kambili into a joyful and lively young girl. Due to a slew of family issues,
Kambili’s mind was like a desolate wasteland. Amadi altered it and restored her lost smile to
her face. He was able to crack the silence in her universe and reinstate laughter and
contentment. With her interaction with Amadi, she goes into a state of sexual development.
Father Amadi is essential in her having a sense of sexual identity as an adult female. Father
Amadi’s emergence in her life could be identified as a fresh beginning.
A daughter is always the princess of her father. Kambili was detested by her father.
One justification for Kambilis affection for Father Amadi can be a lack of paternal love.
When Amadi tells her that she has great legs for running, she feels more self-confident as a
woman (Adichie, 2003). Even when Kambili misunderstands his love and concern for her as
love, he remains faithful in the fundamentals he believes in. Although it was a temptation for
him as a cleric, he stayed thoughtful and dedicated to the Church and its canons. This
discloses Amadi's character. Priests are commonly considered intermediaries between Man
and God. Father Amadis emergence in Kambilis life was an answer to all of Kambilis devotions to God. With only his help, she emerges at the end of the book as a woman with
her own identity, identity, and self-respect. That is why his relationship is so essential to him.
Papa Nnukwu’ Character
In the novel Purple Hibiscus, Papa Nnukwu is a supporting character. He is a senior
citizen. Papa Nnukwu is Papa Eugenes and Aunt Ifeomas father and Kambilis grandfather.
He is a graceful, compassionate father who is firmly ingrained in his Nigerian belief systems.
He is opposed to the colonial tradition. He represents pure Igbo heritage. He isnt willing to
embrace the Christian faith. Papa Eugene promises papa Nnukwu a life of luxury in return for
conversion to Christianity, but papa Nnukwu rejects to trade his religion for money (Adichie,
2003). As a result, papa Nnukwu is not allowed to visit papa Eugene's residence, and papa
Eugene has forbidden his children Kambili and Jaja from meeting papa Nnukwu. They are
only allowed to meet for 15 minutes on Christmas, and they cannot dine with Papa Nnukwu.
This older adult also suffers the consequences of his previous religious doctrine. Papa
Nnukwu did not exhibit a double face as Papa Eugene. Papa Eugene is an outstanding
individual in public, but nobody likes him in the household due to his actions.
Kambili observes Papa Nnukwu's prayer style. She idolizes his practices and
acknowledges that his prayer and demeanor are more alluring than her Christian praying.
When this kid returns to their household, they carry a picture of Papa Nnukwu with them.
This illustrates Papa Nnukwu's influence in adjusting Kambilis viewpoint. Papa Nnukwu is
successful in influencing Kambili's view of life and religious doctrine. With the character of
Papa Nnukwu, the stereotypical concept of Papa Eugene that people of faith will be damned
and criticized in the eyes of God is depicted. There is no inferior or superior religion; all have
equal supremacy. And in the book, one such character who reflects true religion is Papa
Nnukwu. He is not as tainted as papa Eugene. The character of Papa Nnukwu is equivalent to Okonkwo in Chinua Achebes novel;Things Fall Apart. These characters continue to stay
firmly entrenched in their Nigerian belief systems until the end of the book.