Touching Spirit Bear
When Spirit Bear comes back, why do you think Cole chooses not to spit on him, but instead touch him?
this answer should be in chapter 12
this answer should be in chapter 12
Coles encounter with the Spirit Bear is a transformative experience. The bear is Cole's death and resurrection. Although bloody and beat Cole senses the bear's magnificence. The bear had already brought him humility and truth. Cole feels a reverence for this bear rather than malice. He feels the need to touch it.