# The Walls of Jericho explained — The Walls of Jericho

> Chapter companion for The Walls of Jericho by Rudolph Fisher.

## What happens

This chapter introduces the world of Patmore's Pool Parlor and its colorful inhabitants, centered on the character of Shine. It establishes the social dynamics, the setting, and the initial relationships among the key figures, including Bubber Brown, Jinx Jenkins, and the proprietor Henry Patmore. The narrative sets the stage for the story's conflicts and alliances, painting a vivid picture of the community and its struggles.

## Themes in this chapter

### Isolation and Connection

The pool parlor serves as a social hub, a place of connection for the characters, contrasting with potential isolation.

### Power and Control

The dynamics within the pool parlor, including the role of the proprietor and the social pecking order, hint at themes of power and control.

## Character check-ins

### Pat

Introduced as 'Shine', a central figure in the pool parlor's social scene.

### Bubber Brown

Present as a member of the group at Patmore's Pool Parlor.

### Jinx Jenkins

Present as a member of the group at Patmore's Pool Parlor.

### Henry Patmore

The proprietor of the pool parlor where the chapter's events take place.

## Key lines

> The Walls of Jericho

The chapter's title alludes to a formidable barrier or challenge, setting a tone of impending conflict or revelation.

_The title itself serves as a metaphor for the obstacles the characters face._

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