Are Christianity and anime two forms that are so different, they can’t be successfully combined? Should one even try? In a post that largely focuses on the anime and religion survey conducted here a while back, The Angry Otaku writes that it’s like putting soy sauce on ice cream – the two just don’t taste right together. The Angry… Read More More Like a Tin Roof Sundae
This is the first in a series of Aniblogger Testimony posts, where select writers will discuss their personal faith. This post is by the always-amazing Lauren Rae Orsini of Otaku Journalist. When I think about the intersection between anime and religion, my thoughts always turn to Katsucon 2010. For those who weren’t there, this was… Read More Aniblogger Testimony: Can Anime and Religion Coexist Peacefully?
Another off-topic post (perhaps I’m doing too many personal ones these days), but I felt the need to write. And so, here’s how Alexandra Wallace got it wrong, point by point (without nitpicking grammar).
My palms were sweaty. My heart was thumping. My face was looking straight down. I stuttered, “ummed,” and “uhhed” through it all, but when I was done, I felt good about what I’d said. It was the first time I’d shared my faith with a non-Christian. Today, I’m less nervous when I share my faith… Read More Aniblogger Testimony Project
Hourou Musuko has totally captured my heart. Each episode leaves me wanting more, while reveling in the joy of the what I’ve just seen. Episode 7 (“Rosy Cheeks ~Growing Pains~) was no different. I really enjoyed the pairing of Nitori and Anna; they’re such a weird coupling, which I find wonderful. I’m also a fan… Read More Hourou Musuko Episode 07: A Little Empathy
So, after all that, what does it all mean? I’ve given some analysis of the results in each of this week’s posts, and many of you have contributed thoughtful comments and additional breakdown. As a whole, though, here are some of thoughts about what the survey revealed: The Aniblogging Generation The aniblogger sample for this survey… Read More Anime and Religion Survey: Conclusions
In mid-December, I conducted an Internet survey regarding anime and religion. The results are in, analysis done, and conclusions drawn! Over the next week, I’ll reveal the results and discuss some of the most interesting items from the surveys. I hope you’ll join in the discussion and offer your own opinions, analysis, and critiques. The… Read More Anime and Religion Survey: Introduction
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