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Christian Imagination of Flannery O’Connor and J. R. R. Tolkien | Prof. Raymond Hain

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Exploring the Christian Imagination in Literature

Exploring the connection between Christianity and art, this chapter discusses the role of artistic creativity as a way to participate in God's creative work, particularly through the use of imagery and symbolism in literature. It touches on a letter by John Paul II to artists, highlights the importance of literature in the Christian life, and provides an overview of Christian writers Flannery O'Connor and J.R.R. Tolkien.

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