The C.S. Lewis podcast #118 Evil, evolution and theological reflection in The Space Trilogy
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Aug 14, 2023 Alister McGrath, a theological scholar and expert on the works of C.S. Lewis, explores theological themes in Lewis' Space Trilogy. He discusses Lewis's views on science and religion, his thoughts on evolution, and how he critiques worldviews through his fiction.
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Symbolism and Allegory
- Lewis uses symbolism and allegory to convey deeper meanings in his Space Trilogy.
- The dance in Perelandra symbolizes the universe's complex, ordered, and beautiful motion.
Theology in the Space Trilogy
- The Space Trilogy's theology includes incarnational themes and explores God's nature.
- Lewis uses these narratives as "test beds" for his later works like Narnia.
Trinitarian View
- There are parallels between Maleldil and Jesus, along with other confusing theological elements.
- A Trinitarian view of God is hinted at but not fully developed.