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The Lord of the Rings & the Bible, Frodo’s Journey, JRR Tolkien & CS Lewis Podcast
Did you know that J.R.R. Tolkien was a devout Christian who carefully embedded profound Christian themes into The Lord of the Rings? Throughout his epic tale of Middle-earth, Tolkien wove in ideas of moral choice, temptation and resilience, mercy, redemption, providence, and the quiet triumph of good over evil, without overt allegory. These themes shine especially clearly in the journey of Frodo Baggins, the ordinary hobbit who shoulders an extraordinary burden.
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Reflections on the Psalms by C.S. Lewis: Book Review
Reflections on the Psalms by C.S. Lewis isn’t a comprehensive analysis by any means, but rather a thought-provoking examination of specific questions. If you’re hoping for a signature classic, you may be disappointed; this is a talk with a friend, not a scholarly lecture.
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Christianity in The Lord of the Rings, J.R.R. Tolkien and The Bible
Tolkien was a devout Christian, religious thinker and author of The Lord of the Rings and its prequel, The Hobbit. Christian themes such as darkness and light, mercy and justice, fellowship, authority, repentance, free will and sacrifice are found throughout Tolkien’s epic.
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The Space Trilogy by C.S. Lewis
The Space Trilogy by C.S. Lewis feels like a forgotten secret. The author tears apart the formulaic science-fiction genre and explores new worlds with heightened mystery. In his three cryptic books, we find Lewis exploring his inner Jules Verne and stretching his wings in exploration.
