Things Fall Apart

Would Okonkwo have lost status in the eyes of his clansmen if he chose not to take part in Ikemefuna's death? Explain. *need text citations*

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I actually don't think so. Not killing his adopted son would have actually won him greater favor in the population. Okonkwo would have shown a more compassionate side of himself that stood up to tradition, even if the order came from the oracle.