Ernie Rea on Religious Themes and the Christian Allegory in the “Harry Potter” Books
From “Potter” panic to J.K. Rowling’s Christian beliefs, Ernie Rea discusses the Christian allegory and religious themes in the “Harry Potter” books.
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Exploring Personal Transformation in “Harry Potter”
Personal transformation is a strong theme throughout “Harry Potter.” It defines the turning point for several characters.
The Doe’s Sacrifice: How Lily Potter Saved the World
By its prevalence in ancient mythology as well as modern stories, sacrifice is a widely appealing concept. Thus, it comes as no surprise that it not only appears in “Harry Potter” but plays a crucial role.
The Significance of Always
There are so many “Harry Potter” tattoos with the word “always.” It’s in so many pieces of fan art. But is that the only “always” that matters in the “Harry Potter” series?
Chilling Adventures of Harry Potter: Parallels between “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” and “Harry Potter”
Netflix released the first season of “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” recently, and I noticed several parallels between the show and the “Harry Potter” series.
How Hagrid Tames the Beast of Toxic Masculinity
As a giant with super strength, Hagrid may seem like a masculine character, but he actually upends a lot of the stereotypes of toxic masculinity.
Harry Potter and the Chosen Ones: Simon Snow
Simon Snow might have been heavily inspired by Harry Potter, but this Chosen One has a journey of his own.
Harry Potter and the Chosen Ones: Buffy Summers
Harry’s journey is similar to that of many Chosen Ones in fiction. In this installment, we explore how Buffy Summers compares to Harry Potter.
Did Albus Dumbldore Sacrifice James and Lily Potter in Order to Stop Lord Voldemort?
Exploring the possibility that Dumbledore may have intended for Voldemort to find the Potters – and kill them.