Brusco by Bruce Olson - Chapter 1: Home to the Jungle

Meeting with Aya Boquena

• Bruce and Bobby find Aya Boquena, a Motorola chief, alone in a jungle clearing.
• The land is fertile with banana shoots and yuca sprouts.
• They discuss the progress of the Indian community.

Encounter with Humberto April

• Humberto April, a known outlaw, interrupts their meeting.
• He demands Bruce and Bobby leave the land, claiming it as a Colombian colonist.
• Tension rises as Humberto threatens them, but Bobby stands firm, asserting their ancestral rights.

The Conflict

• Humberto threatens violence if they do not leave, using a religious gesture to emphasize his threat.
• Bruce and Bobby, despite fear, resolve to take safety precautions and seek divine help through prayer.

Return to the Jungle

• Bruce reflects on his journey back from America, feeling a deep connection to the Motorola people and the jungle.
• Bruce reunites with Bobby, who is now leading his people.

Community Developments

• The town of Rio de Oro has grown from dense jungle into a settlement.
• Motorola schools are thriving, translating and reading the New Testament.
• Bruce feels joy in returning and working on translations.

Land Issues

• The settlers, including outlaws, continue to threaten the Motorola over land.
• Bobby is determined not to give up more land, despite the threats.

Journey Up the River

• Bruce and Bobby travel up the river, reflecting on the settlers' betrayal.
• They express gratitude for the community and their connection to God.

Prophetic Concerns

• Bruce contemplates Humberto's threat tied to the cross, pondering the potential for sacrifice.

Reflection on Faith and Community

• Bruce acknowledges his spiritual journey and connection to the Motorola people.
• The chapter ends with a reflection on the potential for sacrifice and the enduring bond with the community.