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Just finished this and need a little help: 1) still not sure why Mr. Bevins appears with multiple eyes, legs, etc and 2) still a bit unclear on the reverend's journey--am struggling with why he was turned back to the "Bardo" and what he decided to finally do--more faith, more sacrifice? Any help or speculation appreciated!
Donna I think that Bevin's Bardo-body becoming a vessel composed only of sensory organs signified his regret of not having adequately appreciated and employ…moreI think that Bevin's Bardo-body becoming a vessel composed only of sensory organs signified his regret of not having adequately appreciated and employed his senses in life. His manifestation of regret was parallel to Vollum's regret of not having consummated his marriage that led to his penis becoming ever larger and comedically longer and longer. The Reverend was proud of his church serving the "right" people, the deserving people. He had observed the outward trappings of religious observation rather the experience of spiritual transcendence. His regret of having been so judgemental may have led to his becoming the recipient of an unwelcome heavenly judgment. (less)
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Lincoln in the Bardo
by George Saunders
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