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Yuhanna the Christian

A Christian character, possibly a merchant or craftsman.

minor

Also known as Yuhanna

First appearance: xvii

Yuhanna the Christian's tie to Saïd the Fisherman is one of the pressures that moves Saïd the Fisherman—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

The khawaja, owner of the robe, who is away on a journey.

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Yuhanna the Christian first appears in 0017 xvii.

With Saïd the Fisherman (friendship): Yuhanna is a Christian friend who bridges religious divides and offers Saïd companionship and aid.

In VIII: The khawaja, owner of the robe, who is away on a journey.

Later, in XVIII: Owner of the house that Mustafa and Saïd visit; his daughter and son are the targets of Mustafa's curse.

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Friendship
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Character groups

Communal and factional forces
Core household and emotional ties
Advisors and household allies
Protagonist

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Yuhanna the Christian appears across 7 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

VIII
The khawaja, owner of the robe, who is away on a journey.
XVIII
Owner of the house that Mustafa and Saïd visit; his daughter and son are the targets of Mustafa's curse.
XX
The wealthy Nazarene merchant whose daughter Saïd obsesses over; his house is the object of Saïd's daily visits.
XXI
His house is the destination of Saïd's walk, and his door is shut against the mob.
XXII
His house is targeted by the mob, as he is accused of protecting Jurji.
XXIII
Ferideh's father, killed by Mustafa during the riot.
XXIV
Is slain by Mustafa, who describes the killing in detail. His death is a central event in this chapter.

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