Quote by Alice Walker
Somewhere in the bible it say Jesus hair was like lamb's wool, I say. Well, say Shug, if he came to any of these churches we talking bout he'd have to have it conked before anybody paid him any attention. The last thing niggers want to think about they God is that his hair kinky.
Summary
This quote, spoken by Shug Avery in Alice Walker's novel "The Color Purple," criticizes the hypocrisy and Eurocentric beauty standards within religious institutions. Shug challenges the idea that Jesus, an embodiment of divinity, would be accepted as he is in many contemporary churches, particularly among African Americans. By mentioning Jesus' hair, described as "like lamb's wool," Shug points out the discomfort people have with embracing and appreciating the natural characteristics of African hair texture. This quote ultimately exposes the prejudice and societal pressures around conforming to a narrow standard of beauty and challenges the need for acceptance based on appearances.
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