What does the lamp post symbolize in the novel The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe?

Lindsey has taught a number of subjects.She has a degree in Elementary Education and a Spanish degree.

Have you ever tried to create a secret code with someone?Messages can be shared without writing or reading them in regular language with a secret code.A secret code is similar to symbolism in literature.An object is used to represent deeper meaning in a story.We can be detectives and look for secret codes behind these symbols.

We will try to understand what C.S. is.Lewis wanted to say more than what is in front of our eyes in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.

The children's 'compass' is similar to the lamp-post.The lamp-post is used by Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy to find their way home.They forget the real world when they see a pillar of iron with a lantern set on the top.They feel drawn to follow the image of the lamp-post because it reminds them of what used to be.Suddenly they follow it back into the real world, and the lamp-post has served as their 'compass' back home.

The winter is when the White Witch reigns.When the snow begins to melt, it's clear that the spell is over and Aslan has come back.Through Aslan's return, spring symbolizes life and the restoration of goodness to Narnia.

The farthest east is where Cair Paravel is located.It means a 'holy' place.The prophecy said that the White Witch would be destroyed when two Sons of Adam and two daughters of Eve sat on four thrones.The Emperor-of-the-Sea is a symbol for God because it is close to the sea.There is a connection between God and Narnia.

Since C.S.Lewis wrote several Christian symbols into his books.There are many Christian symbols in The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe.

Aslan is a symbol for Jesus because he is the true King of Narnia.He represents Jesus dying for our sins when he comes back to life.C.S. is because Jesus was known for his strength and compassion.Lewis made Aslan a lion, an animal that was not safe but good.

Turkish delight is a symbol for eating too much.Edmund liked the Turkish delight and many other temptations.Edmund's desire for Turkish Delight only grew when he began to eat it.His stomach hurt when he ate so much that it took hold of his appetite.It is easy to get carried away until something feels like it has taken over.

C.S.Lewis uses powerful symbols in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe to show more than what the eye sees.By understanding Lewis's symbolism, we can learn a whole new purpose for his writing, such as the story of Jesus or a warning about giving in to temptation.Good readers always look for ways to understand an author's meaning.Lewis has some great symbolism to offer.

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