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The C.S. Lewis podcast
#136 David Bates: Was Lewis a bit of a grumpy old man when it came to Christmas?
Dec 18, 2023
David Bates from Pints With Jack discusses C.S. Lewis' writings on Christmas, including his critique of the commercial aspect and his depiction of the incarnation. They also explore the significance of Father Christmas in the Narnia Chronicles.
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- CS Lewis criticizes the commercialization of Christmas, emphasizing the draining and materialistic nature of the holiday.
- David Bates appreciates CS Lewis' portrayal of Father Christmas in The Chronicles of Narnia as a symbol of joy and contrast to the white witch character.
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CS Lewis' Views on Christmas
CS Lewis shares his thoughts on Christmas, distinguishing three different aspects of the holiday: the religious festival, the popular holiday of merrymaking and hospitality, and the commercial racket. Lewis expresses disdain for the commercialization of Christmas, referring to it as a draining and often involuntary obligation. He criticizes the exchange of gaudy and useless gifts and questions the value placed on material possessions. Despite his grumpy demeanor, Lewis still emphasizes the importance of celebrating and spreading joy during Christmas, particularly for children.
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