The Pagan Christ thesis by Tom Harpur proposes that the story of Jesus Christ and many of the elements of Christianity can be traced back to pre-Christian pagan religions. Harpur argues that the figure of Christ is not a historical person, but rather a mythical archetype that has been reinterpreted and reimagined throughout history. According to Harpur, the story of Christ bears striking similarities to the myths and legends of ancient pagan deities, such as Osiris, Dionysus, and Mithras. He claims that many of the key events in Jesus' life, such as his birth, death, and resurrection, can be found in the stories of these earlier gods. Harpur also suggests that the teachings of Jesus, particularly his emphasis on love, compassion, and forgiveness, can be seen as universal principles that are found in many religious traditions, not just Christianity. He argues that these teachings are not unique to Christ, but rather reflect the common wisdom of humanity.
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He argues that these teachings are not unique to Christ, but rather reflect the common wisdom of humanity. The Pagan Christ thesis challenges the traditional understanding of Christianity as a unique and exclusive religion. Harpur contends that the true message of Jesus has been distorted over time and that it is important to strip away the myth and metaphor in order to find the universal truths that lie at the heart of all religious traditions.
Thunder and the House of Magic DVD Review
From the producers of a Turtle’s Tale & A Turtle’s Tale 2 comes a spectacular adventure for the whole family featuring the Music of Selena Gomez. It is available exclusively at Walmart stores everywhere.
This fall, venture inside an intriguing mansion full of endearing animals and a dazzling array of automatons and gizmos, and spellbound by the exciting animated adventure of THUNDER AND THE HOUSE OF MAGIC. Already a great box-office success in much of the world, this highly entertaining family movie is directed by renowned 3D filmmakers Ben Stassen (Fly Me to the Moon, Sammy’s Adventures: Escape from Paradise) and Jeremie Degruson (A Turtle’s Tale: Sammy’s Adventure), with original music by Ramin Djawadi (Game of Thrones). The film also features the music by Selena Gomez.
THUNDER AND THE HOUSE OF MAGIC is a whimsical animated family adventure, bringing to life a unique story with a great sense of humour, positive values and universal appeal. Brimming with spectacular animation and endearing characters, this internationally acclaimed motion picture delivers a fun and captivating movie experience for the entire family.
The film tells the story of Thunder, an abandoned young cat who stumbles into a magical old mansion operated by a dazzling array of automatons and gizmos. Owned by a retired magician, the house is occupied by an assortment of his wacky assistants who don’t all welcome the new houseguest. But when the magician lands in the hospital and his scheming nephew puts the mansion up for sale, our young hero and his new friends join forces to save their magical home.
Filled with laughter and adventure, Thunder and The House of Magic is a wonderful tale that you and your little ones will love.
This is such a cute family film, and the animation looks great, especially for a direct to video release and a DVD at that. I’d love to see the Blu-ray or even the 3D version, I can only imagine how fabulous they would be visually. There are even some pretty cool shots taken from the point of view of Thunder that play like a roller-coaster ride.
The audio features some immersion effects which played nicely on my surround sound. Details like that can really make a film extra fun.
The film advertises that it features music by Selena Gomez but that is a bit misleading as the only Selena Gomez song I heard was in the end credits. The opening of the film is more aptly played to the tune of The Cure’s The Love Cats.
As for Keira, she demanded we watch “The Kitty” three times today alone. I think that says it all.
THUNDER AND THE HOUSE OF MAGIC Two-Disc Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack contains the following special features: Movie presentation on Blu-ray 3D and 2D, DVD and a Digital Copy of the film
- Origins
- Character Animation
- The making of the soundtrack
- Teaser
- Trailer
THUNDER AND THE HOUSE OF MAGIC DVD contains the following special features:
- Origins
- Character Animation
- The making of the soundtrack
- Teaser
- Trailer
Visit www.thunderandthehouseofmagic.com for more information about the movie.
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Critics of Harpur's thesis argue that he is oversimplifying and cherry-picking similarities between different mythologies to support his claims. They point out that while there may be superficial similarities between the stories of Jesus and pagan gods, there are also significant differences that cannot be ignored. Despite the controversy surrounding his ideas, Harpur's book, "The Pagan Christ", has sparked a widespread debate and renewed interest in the historical and mythical roots of Christianity. Whether or not one agrees with his thesis, it is clear that his work has made a significant impact on the study of religion and the understanding of the figure of Christ..
Reviews for "Tom Harpur's Pagan Christ Thesis: Unraveling the Secrets of Christian Symbolism"
1. John - 2/5
I was really disappointed with "The Pagan Christ Thesis" by Tom Harpur. While the concept of exploring the pagan influences on Christianity intrigued me, I found Harpur's arguments to be poorly executed. His claims were often based on vague connections and his research lacked depth. Additionally, his writing style was dry and repetitive, which made it difficult for me to stay engaged. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for a thorough and well-supported exploration of the topic.
2. Sarah - 1/5
"The Pagan Christ Thesis" by Tom Harpur was a complete letdown for me. I was hoping for an insightful analysis of the potential pagan origins of Christianity, but instead, I found the book to be filled with baseless assumptions and flimsy evidence. Harpur seemed more interested in pushing his own agenda rather than presenting a balanced argument. I struggled to finish the book due to the lack of clear reasoning and the author's constant repetition of the same ideas. Save yourself the disappointment and look for a more credible and well-researched examination of this topic.
3. Mark - 2/5
I had high hopes for "The Pagan Christ Thesis" by Tom Harpur, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. While the idea of exploring the influence of pagan beliefs on Christianity intrigued me, Harpur's arguments lacked substance and seemed highly speculative. The book lacked the depth of research and critical analysis that I was looking for. Additionally, the writing style was dry and repetitive, making it difficult for me to stay engaged. Overall, I was disappointed with the lack of scholarly rigor in this book.