Category: Something More

Something More: Crucifixion in Anime, Wolfwood’s Tithing, and Religion in Pokemon

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Christmas is just under a week away? In terms of aniblogging, that means lots and lots of reflective posts – and a good number of them involving religion.  This is likely the last post in this column until next year, so enjoy your quota of terrific articles about anime and spirituality! Trigun’s traveling preacher, Nicholas… Read More Something More: Crucifixion in Anime, Wolfwood’s Tithing, and Religion in Pokemon

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Something More: Pagan Joan of Arc, Scar’s Religious War, and an AniMuslim Invasion

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It’s the week after Thanksgiving, and all through the blogs, not a blogger was stirring – maybe they’re buzzed on eggnog?  Well, two are stirring, at least in terms of writing anime articles related to religion and spirituality – and the articles are both definitely worth a read! Scar’s mission against his god’s blasphemy in… Read More Something More: Pagan Joan of Arc, Scar’s Religious War, and an AniMuslim Invasion

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Something More: The Prodigal Hikikomori, Inking Pope Francis, and My Little Pony Federal Taiwanese Christmas

Frank investigates Outbreak Company as he compares the life of an hikikomori to the Parable of the Prodigal Son. [A Series of Miracles] Read an interview with the artist (whom we’ve also interview in the past) of a Pope Francis OEL manga. [Manga Hero] Author and aniblogger, D.M. Dutcher, begins to explain why he isn’t… Read More Something More: The Prodigal Hikikomori, Inking Pope Francis, and My Little Pony Federal Taiwanese Christmas

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Something More: Doubting Homura, Ghostic Haibane, and Ef: A Tale of Theologies

Japes gets into the nitty gritty of the characters’ personal theologies in Ef – A Tale of Melodies in a thorough and thought-provoking post. [Japesland] Nick Calibey correlates Rakka’s sprouting of wings in the first episode of the series to teachings of the Gnostic movement. [A Rather Silly Blog] Emily compares Homura’s storyline in Puella… Read More Something More: Doubting Homura, Ghostic Haibane, and Ef: A Tale of Theologies

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Something More: God and Soul Eater, Anime and Serving, Madoka and Salvation

Frank dives into episode 13 of Gargantia on the Verdurous Planet, examining that episode’s ideas about servanthood, as well as that topic in relation to God. [A Series of Miracles] Annalyn begins to watch Soul Eater, and draws comparisons between God and Lord Death, reminding us of God’s nature. [Annalyn’s Thoughts] Cytrus responds to Nick… Read More Something More: God and Soul Eater, Anime and Serving, Madoka and Salvation

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Something More: Faithful Mangaka, Lessons from Summer Wars, and Anime Reviews from a Christian Perspective

Kendall Lyons uses Summer Wars to illustrate his own yearning to use his spiritual gifts. [Cartoon Daily News] D.M. Dutcher makes recommendations for Christians viewers, per usual, as he reviews a variety of the series this week: Problem Children Are Coming From Another World, Aren’t They? Review: Eden Of The East (Complete) Several streaming series Dutcher… Read More Something More: Faithful Mangaka, Lessons from Summer Wars, and Anime Reviews from a Christian Perspective

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Something More: AKB0048 Missionaries, Amazing Anime Grace, and Space Brother Dreamin’

Medieval Otaku explores Dusk Maiden of Amnesia and how pride gets in the way from us embracing God’s love. [Medieval Otaku] Did you know that the musicians of AKB0048 can be representative of Christian missionaries?  Seriously and truly.  [A Series of Miracles] Annalyn shares her personal experiences with depression and the importance of faith and… Read More Something More: AKB0048 Missionaries, Amazing Anime Grace, and Space Brother Dreamin’

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