The Black Madonna's Role In The Secret Life Of Bees

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Another recurring motif is the Black Madonna. It is explained in the quote, “The Black Madonna’s role in The Secret Life of Bees captures the essence of this archetype, which is its power to defy social constructs,” that it is a symbol for African Americans to defy the social norm of whites over blacks. To August’s understanding, African Americans needs a religion that mirrored their cultural history and their appearance. Thus, The Black Madonna ritual builds a sense of identity because it reminds them that they share a common history and that they are strong.