In at least two hundred words describe how mr. brown treats the Igbo religion and how that contrasts with Okonkwo's behavior towards Mr. Brown

Mr. Brown is a white Christian who is the first to show up in Okonkwo's village. Mr. Brown is a little different from the rest of the other missionaries because he makes an effort to understand the Igbo and their culture. Mr. Brown is openminded and holds back some of his members from provoking the clansmen with their teachings. On the opposite end of the pendulum, Okonkwo is hardened toward the missionaries because they seem weak in his eyes. Okonkwo does not take a clam approach to the missionaries and their teachings like Mr. Brown does. Okonkwo will not listen to the Christians and he immediately hates them whereas Mr. Brown makes an effort to understand and fellowship the clan. They are two polar opposites and this could be yet another example of Achebe using foil to give us a better understanding of the characters.

Mr. Brown is the first white Christian missionary in Umuofia and Mbanta. He is a patient, kind, and understanding man. He is also open-minded and willing to make an effort to respect and understand the Igbo beliefs. Mr. Brown restrains overeager members of his church from provoking clan members; evidence that supports his shared belief with the Igbo people in the value of peaceful relations. He befriends many great men of the clan who begin to listen to and understand his message. He also discusses religious beliefs with Akunna, a clan leader of Umuofia. Neither man gives up his belief, but they learn about each other's faith and gain respect for one another.