In Chapter 23, Amir has an episode of slipping in and out of consciousness. During this time of disadvantage Amir has a session of enlightenment. Through these in and out periods Amir has another dream but this time it is about Baba and he is wrestling a bear.
With curiosity I researched what a bear symbolizes. A bear is thought to possess diplomacy equal to its great strength and it is the emblem of ferocity in the protection of kindred. A bear is also a symbol of healing and personal health, strength and bravery. So to my amazement Baba is fighting with strength and bravery. And I wondered if this was leading to something but I suddenly disappointed.
I really did not connect to this part of our reading. This was really strange because I usually have some strong connections to the book and myself. Unfortunately, this is not the case, sorry followers.
Your bear inquiry paid off! You picked apart its symbolic significance and made a connection like a college English major! Bravo!
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