Is Harry Potter Christian?
*disclaimer* This is a touchy issue for people who have strong opinions about it and this podcast is in no way meant to offend the sensitivities of others or be taken as the end-all opinion on this matter, simply to provide thoughts on the topic. Thanks.
*disclaimer* This is a touchy issue for people who have strong opinions about it and this podcast is in no way meant to offend the sensitivities of others or be taken as the end-all opinion on this matter, simply to provide thoughts on the topic. Thanks.
Since published in 1997, the Harry Potter books have been the subject of much controversy. They top the 10 most banned books of the 21st Century (so far...) and are called evil influences. However, others go so far as to call these Christian books. So which is it? Listen to the podcast to find out what's really going on in this series.
How has literature influenced your faith? Let me know in the comments section.
For further study:
John Granger, Looking For God in Harry Potter
Richard Kiekhefer, Magic in the Middle Ages
Greg Wilbur, Literature Discussions on Harry Potter I.
Literature Discussions on Harry Potter II
Literature Discussions on Harry Potter III
Make a bid on the bard, The Tales of Beedle the Bard
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Filks, provided by Christina:
Christina, or HermyG13 to the Harry Potter world, is a nineteen year-old girl from Miami, Florida. When she isn't discussing the Florida Marlins or any of her favorite celebrity crushes, she can be found singing and playing soccer and softball in the humidity only South Florida can offer. A dedicated student, she attends the University of Miami where she's pursuing a degree in Journalism to alter the sports media of contemporary society.
"I got into filks after PotterCast mentioned the introduction of an episode exclusively for them. Just as everyone has their specialty and niche in the fandom, I found mine in writing and singing song parodies of Harry Potter. It's a great way to creatively express your feelings on characters and events within the books, as well as practice writing and using the computer in ways that you never knew were possible- to make songs that sound like they came from a recording studio."
Thanks to Podsafe Music Network for providing additional music:
Paul and Storm, "Randy Newman's Theme from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King"
Marc Gunn, Harry Potter and the Rising of the Moon
Cross and Canvas theme music written by Noah Sorota.
