Kinship

Later in the novel, as religion and colonization become threats against the village of Umuofia, it becomes apparent that kinship helps to keep the village united in defending itself from outside threats. Often as years progress, kinship begins to die, and Okonkwo begins to realize the importance of coming together as a village, learning from each other and bonding. This realization comes due to his desire to resist outside threats and maintain the cultural values of the village.