Can Christians watch Harry Potter?

Christians can read and watch Harry Potter without it becoming sinful and learn good morals from it. However, when consuming the series you must use discernment and be on guard for what you are allowing into your life.

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What does Christianity say about Harry Potter?

"It is the duty of Christian parents to oppose Harry Potter," said Murray, since the Bible condemns witchcraft (Deuteronomy 18:9-12) and tells Christians to "avoid every kind of evil" (1 Thessalonians 5:22).

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What religion does Harry Potter believe in?

Behind the scenes

In Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Harry gouges a small cross, the major symbol of Christianity, into the tree under which he buried Mad-Eye Moody's eye. As many Christians are buried under some form of a cross, this could be an affirmation of Moody's and or Harry's faith.

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Do Harry Potter wizards believe in God?

There is no evidence that wizards or witches in Harry Potter have any particular religious beliefs, possibly because JK Rowling simply did not want to come off as endorsing any particular belief system; but at times, the spiritual sterility of wizarding society feels positively awkward.

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Can Catholics watch Harry Potter?

The magic in Harry Potter is fictional, so the Bible and the Catechism wouldn't condemn it.

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Who is Jesus in the wizarding world?

Jesus has been portrayed by some Harry Potter actors: John Hurt, who played Garrick Ollivander, played Jesus in History of the World, Part I. Ralph Fiennes, who played Lord Voldemort, provided the voice of Jesus in The Miracle Maker.

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What Hogwarts house are Christians in?

Hufflepuffs will champion inclusion for all and espouse the tolerance of Jesus.

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What church was Hogwarts?

What is this? The first Christ Church Harry Potter location is certainly the most famous – Christ Church Great Hall, which provided the inspiration for Hogwarts' dining hall.

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Are the Weasleys religious?

- unambiguously catholics. Their churchmanship is ultimately revealed by a contemptuous remark uttered by Lucius Malfoy (and quoted by his son Draco in the first book "Harry Potter and the philosopher's stone"), that the Weasleys always used to have more children than they could afford to.

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What does God say about the Potter?

But the pot he was shaping from the clay was marred in his hands; so the potter formed it into another pot, shaping it as seemed best to him. "O house of Israel, can I not do with you as this potter does?" declares the LORD. "Like clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in my hand, O house of Israel.

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What is the spiritual meaning of Harry Potter?

Both conveyed the same message- Good will always triumph evil, and nothing can destroy a pure (divine) soul. In his spiritual journey, Harry faces doubts, uncertainty, loss of faith, and disillusionment. But nothing stops him from doing whatever he can to save his people.

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Why does Harry Potter celebrate Christmas?

Hallowe'en, Easter, and Christmas are all pagan holidays that Christians have appropriated. The Magical Community would most likely be familiar with these pagan holidays, as they existed well before the witch trials that forced the magical community to go underground. Thus, they would naturally celebrate them.

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Should Christians read Harry Potter?

Can Christians read/watch Harry Potter? Christians can read and watch Harry Potter without it becoming sinful and learn good morals from it. However, when consuming the series you must use discernment and be on guard for what you are allowing into your life.

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What religion is Daniel Radcliffe?

Radcliffe stated of his beliefs in 2012: "There was never [religious] faith in the house. I think of myself as being Jewish and Irish, despite the fact that I'm English." He has said that his family are "Christmas tree Jews" also he said: "I'm an atheist, but I'm very proud of being Jewish.

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Does Ron Weasley have a mental illness?

Ron has no other signs of a mental disorder with his fear of spiders. It seems like the phobia is the only thing that is causing problems to come about in his life. He is actually quite open about his fear of spiders and it is often mentioned in the books to release tension during difficult and dramatic times.

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What part of Hogwarts was forbidden?

The Third-Floor Corridor, known as the Forbidden Corridor in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, is a corridor on Hogwarts' third floor. At the start of the year, students are warned to stay away from it if they do not wish to die a most painful death.

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Where was the real Hogwarts?

Alnwick Castle starred as the magical Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry during the 2001 Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and the 2002 Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone filmed on location at Alnwick Castle in autumn 2000.

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Which university is Harry Potter filmed?

Oxford. Several other parts of Hogwarts were filmed at Oxford University. In The Sorcerer's Stone, the students arriving at Hogwarts first ascend a stone staircase that, in real life, leads into the Great Hall of Christ Church College.

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Are there Muslims in Hogwarts?

Badeea Ali, a Ravenclaw student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the 1980s, was a Muslim, as she wore a blue hijab, traditional to women of the faith and had an Arabic name, and celebrated Ramadan.

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What house is Johnny Depp in Hogwarts?

Johnny Depp: Ravenclaw Depp's weirdness seems rooted in intellectual pretensions.

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What church looks like Hogwarts?

The Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul is an epic building in Lewiston, Maine. The impressive architecture is second to none. Two looming towers line the front giving it a distinct castle appearance. The statues and artwork interwoven within the stone structure are immaculate and truly a marvel to see.

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Does Dumbledore represent God?

Dumbledore symbolizes God. He is characterized in the movie as an all good —some might say holy — force, worthy of complete trust. It was almost as if all the good wizards had “faith” in him.

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Who are the Harry Potter Bible characters?

Biblical figures
  • Jesus.
  • Angel of Death.
  • Mary.
  • Luke.

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Is Albus a Slytherin?

Albus Potter goes to Hogwarts. He is Sorted into Slytherin House.

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Is it good to read Harry Potter?

Harry Potter teaches essential life lessons (that are sometimes easier to learn in a fantasy book than in a realistic one). These lessons include: – Friends stick together no matter what. – We must think of others; be kind and accepting of those who are different.

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