Harry Potter and Christianity Harry Potter is such a controversial subject for Christians. It seems no one can decide whether it is from the devil or just a fictional series. Can the children to young adult books be encouraging the use of witchcraft? Or do they provide enjoyment for people who like to read? Many websites can be found saying that J. K. Rowling confirmed she wrote it to convert children to witchcraft, it is not so. There are also websites that say that vaccines cause autism, and we know that’s not true. Rowling states on her website: “I was traveling back to London on my own on a crowded train, and the idea for Harry Potter simply fell into my head” (It All Started on Platform 9 3/4). This essay will attempt to prove the innocent intent behind the Harry Potter series, and show the good that can come from the series. The Harry Potter series is about Harry Potter, a young orphan who learns he is a wizard. He attends Hogwarts School Of Witchcraft and Wizardry and learns about magic. Harry is taught how to perform spells and jinxes by various teachers. He learns the meaning of true friendship and bravery
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Harry is a brave boy who must face the darkest wizard of the century. Hermione is a clever girl who knows everything. Ron is the youngest son of seven, and is surpassed by his older brothers his entire life. After the “Golden Trio,” as they have been dubbed, we have the minor characters. As there are many, many minor characters in the Harry Potter series, allow me to mention my favorites. Neville is a boy who feared he wasn’t brave enough for Gryffindor. Luna Lovegood is a girl who has her head in the clouds but her heart in the right place. Professor Albus Dumbledore is the wise old mentor. As with any book you read, you will learn about yourself from the characters, recognizing the course of action you would take compared to the one they
Harry is a brave boy who must face the darkest wizard of the century. Hermione is a clever girl who knows everything. Ron is the youngest son of seven, and is surpassed by his older brothers his entire life. After the “Golden Trio,” as they have been dubbed, we have the minor characters. As there are many, many minor characters in the Harry Potter series, allow me to mention my favorites. Neville is a boy who feared he wasn’t brave enough for Gryffindor. Luna Lovegood is a girl who has her head in the clouds but her heart in the right place. Professor Albus Dumbledore is the wise old mentor. As with any book you read, you will learn about yourself from the characters, recognizing the course of action you would take compared to the one they