What child knew that while watching The Chronicles of Narnia at the cinema he was also receiving a Bible lesson? These tales bring to light the theology of the writer CS Lewis through the most heartfelt emotions of joy and pain, terror and triumph in this fantasy world better known as Narnia. This is the work of the famous writer CS Lewis. C.S. Lewis is remembered and recognized by most people as an early and mid-20th century Christian apologist for the way his writing is rich in biblical imagery that presents Christian theological ideas in a way more friendly to the general public. young. at the start of the adventure and feels compelled to follow in the footsteps of Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy, in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, siblings fleeing the inevitable horrors of the London Blitz", on the outskirts of the area in which they come across an old professor's house. After the other three children leave, Lucy decides to explore inside "When Lucy enters, she finds herself in the middle of a winter forest, in the magical world of Narnia." (Ford. www.uctv.ucsb.edu) The Chronicles of Narnia are, without a doubt, the most recognized works of the writer C. S. Lewis. Although they are recognized by many people simply as children's fantasy novels, many adults, students and theologians see much more in these mere children's novels. In the Chronicles of Narnia, Lewis wants his audience to imagine Jesus Christ himself through the lion character Aslan and through the use of the symbolic lion, Lewis is able to tell his story of some memorable events in life…middle of paper…in the biblical quotes contained throughout my essay. Books of the Bible that have been quoted or referenced include: Genesis, Job, Romans, Gospel of Luke, Proverbs, Hosea, and Revelation. "Notes on the Essays and Books of C.S. Lewis." C.S. Lewis. Ed. Paolo F. Ford. Seminario di San Giovanni, 2006. Web. 9 December 2010. . This website consists of numerous .pdf files that further discuss specific details of C.S. Lewis' life, works, and theological beliefs. “Why Care About C.S. Lewis?, Spiritual Life, Christian Life, Page 0.” Jesus Christ, Bible Study Tools, Online Resources for Christian Living. Network. 10 December 2010. . I have used this article to formulate a better understanding of the works of C.S. Lewis and how they relate to theology. This is an online forum article.
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