La Iglesia en la Colombia Rural Flashcards
What image of the Catholic Church does the novel portray?
The novel shows an unflattering image of the Catholic Church, depicting the clergy as more interested in rituals than in the spiritual lives of citizens.
How do the townspeople react to the bishop’s visit?
The townspeople view the bishop’s visit as a significant event, rushing to the quay to welcome him with gifts like roosters for his soup.
What is the bishop’s attitude towards the townspeople?
The bishop does not disembark from the ship and shows disdain for the townspeople, making the sign of the cross from a distance.
What is Father Amador’s concern during the bishop’s visit?
Father Amador is so focused on the bishop’s authority that he neglects to inform Santiago Nasar’s mother about the impending murder.
How does the Church respond to the murder in the novel?
The Church’s response is revealing; the priest believes the killers acted with dignity by confessing and considers them innocent before God.
What does Father Amador’s judgement imply about the Church’s stance on honour killings?
Father Amador’s judgement suggests that the Church accepts the moral justification for men avenging themselves by taking the law into their own hands.
What criticism does Márquez express through the portrayal of the Church?
Márquez critiques the Catholic Church for prioritizing authority and rituals over the spiritual wellbeing of the people.
Key quotation from the novel regarding the murder.
‘Lo matamos a conciencia-dijo Pedro Vicario-, pero somos inocentes.-Tal vez ante Dios-dijo el padre Amador.’
