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Jun. 27, 2007

More on NJAO Narnia Post

Here is the only argument I received from my Narnia post.

Argument

I've read the chronicles of Narnia 2-3 times through and probably read the Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe more times than that.

The question here isn't really whether or not the "Magic" in that other world called Narnia is good or bad, or even an allegory of a good thing. But, the question is, should a Christian associate with magic? (Galatians 5:19-20)

In the Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe, there was little magic done by the good guys. However, in following books from Narnia, you do see some of that. The Voyage of the Dawn Treader had the dufflepuds turned to different beings by a sort of "fallen star" or Wizard. Not to mention the magic rings which were, maybe good, maybe bad.

Rebuttal

As I explained before, the Magic in The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe is not really magic. A Christian can not be associated with magic if there is no real magic, hence my debunking the magic theory to see if it really was magic. The same goes for the magic and magician in The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. They were used to test Lucy.

Galatians 5:19-20 “The acts of the sinful nature are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions”

The Greek translation of witchcraft is what our English word pharmacy is derived from. The Greek word could have the positive meaning of dispensing drugs. The real and more common meaning is the use of drugs in sorcery and witchcraft to poison people.

Argument

And as for mythological creatures, I'd say your rebuttal is slightly lacking. Why? Because people are real life things. You can't get away from humans. Mythological creatures are fake and if not, they were/are demonic. Back in olden times, people would see dwarves, fauns and satyrs. Nowadays we see aliens.

Rebuttal

In Lewis’s work, he portrayed a few mythological creatures as good, and he portrayed a few as bad. His good creatures were good and his bad creatures were bad. It does not matter if they appear in any other work, since his book is fiction.

Argument

I don't pretend like I didn't like chronicles of Narnia, or LOTR. I did enjoy them, but I don't actually read them anymore. I don't think that the things that aren't true ought to be thought on (Philippians 4:8)

Rebuttal

A lot of life application can be gained by reading fiction and non-fiction. According to your statement we should not read any fiction. As for the Philippians verse, we need to be led of the Holy Spirit. But I do want to say, if we follow that verse to a “T” then we will be excluded from reading the Bible. After all, the Bible does have a lot of violence in it. 

Narnia defines good verses evil. Here is a quote from Prince Caspian: “So that is your plan, Nikabrik! Black sorcery and calling up of an accursed spirit.” The story goes on, and the wicked hag is killed. Good triumphs over evil.

One of the writers of NJAO made a good point.

“Isn't it odd that some believers waste their time taking moral stands against something because of petty concerns?  They completely detract from its potential as a godly influence.”

If you would like to see the ministering aspect of Narnia please go to this link.

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Jun. 26, 2007 - <i>Untitled Comment</i>

Posted by nancysnook
Nice rebuttal Eric! The person arguing the books about Narnia didn't mention that the book of Nahum says that God is jealous..(2) God is jealous, and the LORD revengeth; and is furious; the LORD will take vengeance on his adversaries, and he reserveth wrath for his enemies. Isn't this what Aslan did too? Nahum also says that the Lord is slow to anger...Aslan was slow to anger also. I know this doesn't speak on magic or witchcraft, but it proves that if you want to argue something bad enough then there is always going to be something, somewhere to pick apart and use for or against that argument. People find these verses in the Bible but don't relay the verse in its entirety or in what context it has been written. I could easily take Nahum and use that to keep me from worshipping God and praising Him, but I don't, because if I don't believe in God then what's left? Belief is this world, a world of violence and crime, adultery, porn, abuse towards small children...

Edited by nancysnook on Jun. 27, 2007 at 1:00 AM
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Jun. 27, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by AmandaJoyful
Hey! awsome blog! I added you to my freinds list.

Later,
Amanda
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Jun. 27, 2007 - WONDERFUL!!

Posted by SuperAngel
Great post. I wish that I had time to go into debates and do posts like these. But you do a MAGNIFICENT job on them!!
You really sounded Aussie in the video. It was crazy. BTW... the tune from the video has been in our household since we heard it. Everyone is either singing it, whistling it, or humming it!! LOL!!
So Paulie is home... when are we talking??
This is the first time I am reading the series. I have read LWW before.
I don't really want to talk about horses. You win. KY is the HORSE CAPTIAL of the world. (whatever) jk
No one said you have to like AZ and NM. Good thing you are moving there, huh??
As Always...
!!SUPERANGEL!! !!Amanda!!
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Jun. 27, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by reDpanDa
sorry i have been preoccupied so i haven't been able to get on the computer. but i don't exactly like horses but i do really like spiderman. so if you know of any places where i can get that template or if you already have that one i would be really great full. thank you!!!
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Jun. 28, 2007 - That was really good.

Posted by BeccaTheGreat
I totally agree with you on all of the topics you supported. But I can also see the other blogger's points of view, but I dont' think I could ever believe them...
You changed your template since I was last here!
It looks great.
~~Becca
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Jun. 28, 2007 - Hmmm

Posted by Parodyonlife
Great post, My only thing is if its ok to have magic in narnia why not harry potter its good magic? see what im saying? There are good and evil magicians in harry potter so why is that wrong and narnia not. Cause the authors? please explain it eric i know you got an answer :).
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Jun. 28, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by GalacticBlogger
Hello Eric,

I just wanted to stop in and leave a comment and to thank you for leaving me a comment. Please come visit my blog as just tonight I've posted an update. It has to do with our ongoing travels. You might find it interesting. I look forward to eventually meeting you personally as I know we will become great friends.

Luke
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