Theme

The Might of the Heart

The might of the heart centres around the idea that physical strength doesn’t always translate to being a better Christian. What is important in belief in God and that through God strength will be given. This is a theme constantly repeated in the realm of Narnia. First seen with the fact that the saviours ofContinue reading “The Might of the Heart”

Seeking God

The theme of seeking God is very prominent in the second film, Prince Caspian. All the characters chose to follow their internal voices above seeking God which leads them into peril. The first time this happens is when Lucy sees Aslan across the gorge and instead of following him and seeking him she and herContinue reading “Seeking God”

Good Vs. Evil

The idea of a clearly divided Good and Evil is also a Christian idea that is present in Narnia. Aslan is representative of all that is good and his opposition represents evil. The Christian version of this is the constant battle between God and Satan. Another element of this is idea of forgiveness of sins.Continue reading “Good Vs. Evil”

Christian Knighthood

Christian Knighthood is a concept that has existed in literature for hundreds of years. One of the earliest examples of it is in the stories of King Arthur and his round table. Service to God was an expected part of a knight of Camelot’s duty. This idea translated to the real world events of theContinue reading “Christian Knighthood”

Strength of Faith

The idea of the strength of faith is seen in both films but especially in the second film, Prince Caspian. The four Pevensie’s return to Narnia with varying strengths of their faith in Aslan. It doesn’t take very long for them and the audience to realize that this loss of faith is not just withContinue reading “Strength of Faith”

Temptation

Temptation is a theme that appears in the world of Narnia and in the bible. In Christianity it is commonly believed that all people will be tempted and that temptation is a fact of life, what is important and what makes a good Christian is the response to this temptation. No temptation has overtaken youContinue reading “Temptation”