Question

Why did lencho think of writing a letter to God? What did he write in the letter?

Answer 1

Hint: The main character of the story, Lencho, a farmer, writes a letter to God. In the letter, he begs the Almighty for assistance after a catastrophic hailstorm destroys his entire crop harvest. Despite the fact that his wishes are mostly, if not entirely, granted, he remains ungrateful in the end. He also casts doubt on the postmasters' honesty and modesty. However, these were the only beings who, in the name of God, supplied him with money (anonymously).

Complete answer:
Lencho was a hardworking farmer who lived with his family on the crest of a low hill. He was a strong believer in God and could read and write a little. He awaited the rain with bated breath in order to reap a bountiful harvest.

However, the pleasant rain turned into a hailstorm within an hour, completely destroying his crop. He grew depressed and concerned for his family, fearing that they would go hungry that year. However, no one was willing to assist him in his precarious predicament.

God's assistance was his last hope. He decided to write a letter to God, begging him to send him a hundred pesos so he could sow his field again and maintain his family till the next crop.

Note: The story depicts a man's power of naïve faith in God and how he uses it to achieve his goal. The storey comes to a surprising conclusion. The plot revolves around Lencho, the protagonist, who is a farmer with a strong trust in God.