Join David, Heidi, and Sean as they check-in on the theme of marriage in the book, consider the introduction of Arthuriana into the happenings, watch out for the theme of cosmic order, discuss Jane’s ongoing journey as a divided character, and much more. Thanks for listening!
I’m late to catching up on this, but regarding Jane’s encounter with The Fisher King in ch. 7, I wonder whether it isn’t more likely that her temptation is really the influence of the Oyarsa of Venus. The demonic activity to date in the Ransom trilogy is always more subtle and rational, and this is wild and overpowering. It seems as if Jane is first awakened to her femininity here, which would absolutely resonate with the archetype of femininity that is Venus.
Loving this book, but I am struggling with what feels to me like polytheism. I'm not schooled in the midevil or classical, and I know Lewis doesn't mean to suggest we should be worshipping Jupiter or Venus, but then what are these "masters" that aren't God? Didn't the early Christians die just for the idea that there is only one God? How do these Roman deities work with Christianity?
A thought struck me during this episode.. Considering that names have such significance in this series, does anyone have an idea of what St. Anne’s could be?
I have already listened to this episode twice, because of the discussion of marriage. Please keep it going! I'm sure I'll get a third listen in before the next episode drops.
I just finished reading The Abolition of Man. It was fascinating to see the connection between these two works. In many ways, I can see how That Hideous Strength is a more thorough exploration of the topics found in The Abolition of Man.
I would highly recommend reading it to those who have not read it before.
I’m late to catching up on this, but regarding Jane’s encounter with The Fisher King in ch. 7, I wonder whether it isn’t more likely that her temptation is really the influence of the Oyarsa of Venus. The demonic activity to date in the Ransom trilogy is always more subtle and rational, and this is wild and overpowering. It seems as if Jane is first awakened to her femininity here, which would absolutely resonate with the archetype of femininity that is Venus.
Loving this book, but I am struggling with what feels to me like polytheism. I'm not schooled in the midevil or classical, and I know Lewis doesn't mean to suggest we should be worshipping Jupiter or Venus, but then what are these "masters" that aren't God? Didn't the early Christians die just for the idea that there is only one God? How do these Roman deities work with Christianity?
A thought struck me during this episode.. Considering that names have such significance in this series, does anyone have an idea of what St. Anne’s could be?
I have already listened to this episode twice, because of the discussion of marriage. Please keep it going! I'm sure I'll get a third listen in before the next episode drops.
--signed, 31 years married, as of today
I just finished reading The Abolition of Man. It was fascinating to see the connection between these two works. In many ways, I can see how That Hideous Strength is a more thorough exploration of the topics found in The Abolition of Man.
I would highly recommend reading it to those who have not read it before.
Heidi, maybe your sound effect could be the clinking of champagne flutes.
Thanks much for the bonus episode!
And the engaging analysis of Jane' s character.