# XIII explained — The Walls of Jericho

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

## What happens

In this chapter, the scene is set in Pat's pool room where Jinx and Bubber engage in their usual banter and competitive pool playing. The conversation reveals that Shine has been absent since the dance at the Casino, and they speculate that he is now involved with a 'dickty' (stylish) girl. Jinx reports seeing Shine entering the side door of an Episcopal church, which they find surprising and discuss with skepticism. The chapter highlights the dynamics between the characters and the changes in Shine's behavior.

## Themes in this chapter

### Identity and Self-Deception

Shine's behavior change, as observed by Jinx and Bubber, highlights themes of personal transformation and the perception of identity by others.

### Secrets and Revelation

Jinx's revelation about seeing Shine at the church introduces an element of secrecy and the uncovering of hidden actions.

## Character check-ins

### Jinx Jenkins

Engages in banter with Bubber, reports seeing Shine entering the church, and expresses concern about Shine's involvement with a new woman.

### Bubber Brown

Plays pool with Jinx, jokes about Shine's absence, and doubts Jinx's report about Shine going to church.

### Henry Patmore

Saunters up to inquire about Shine's whereabouts, showing interest in Shine's activities.

### Pat

Mentioned as the owner of the pool room, but not directly present in the scene.

## Key lines

> Seen ’im goin’ in ’at ’Piscopal church.

I saw him going into that Episcopal church.

_Jinx reports seeing Shine entering the church, which is a key event in the chapter._

> She done put it on ’im all right.

She has definitely gotten to him.

_Bubber comments on the influence the new woman has over Shine._

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