Spirituality in the Anime Blogosphere: Revisiting Madoka on Easter, a Big O Savior, and the Case of Moses and Death Flags

Myssa celebrated Easter, in part, by rewatching the finale of Puella Magi Madoka Magica. Her analysis of the finale includes discussion of Christian symbolism in the series, symbolism that doesn’t quite fit into the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection, and even some Gnostic symbolism. [Midnight Equinox] A Day Without Me writes a wonderful piece… Read More Spirituality in the Anime Blogosphere: Revisiting Madoka on Easter, a Big O Savior, and the Case of Moses and Death Flags

04.13.201204.13.2012 TwwkLeave a comment

Naruto and Sasuke: Hope, Love’s Longsuffering…

Recently, a commenter named Corey (aka Ashesreignited) joined the community here on Beneath the Tangles. Besides the various insights in his comments, he sent me an email and we soon began to discuss Naruto, a show ripe with themes and symbols that Christians would recognize. But besides R86’s wonderful commentary on Shikamaru, we’ve barely touched… Read More Naruto and Sasuke: Hope, Love’s Longsuffering…

03.06.201204.24.2014 Twwk15 Comments

Merry Christmas!

From everyone at Beneath the Tangles, we wish you a Merry Christmas! However you celebrate the holiday – in a big event filled with presents at a feast or a smaller affair perhaps without friends and family, I hope you’ll find peace on this day. I hope you’ll reflect on why we celebrate Christmas and… Read More Merry Christmas!

12.25.201112.24.2011 Twwk12 Comments

Re-Viewed, Reanalyzed and Re-reviewed: “My Last Day,” the Jesus Anime

But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. – Isaiah 53:5 In my original review of “My Last Day,” I called the 9-minute film, created by the makers of the JESUS film together with… Read More Re-Viewed, Reanalyzed and Re-reviewed: “My Last Day,” the Jesus Anime

12.11.201112.11.2011 Twwk2 Comments

OEL Manga Review: Many Are Called

Many Are Called Story by Gabrielle Gniewek Art by Sean Lam Published by Manga Hero A common criticism of the Bible is that it is dull and unable to capture the attention of modern audiences. But what if a writer and artist created a compelling parable of a Bible story, imitating the manner in which… Read More OEL Manga Review: Many Are Called

11.30.201111.30.2011 Twwk5 Comments

Mawaru Penguindrum 12: Brief Analysis of the Christian Symbols

Episode 12 was rich in Christian symbolism. As Shoma told his tale of the bunnies, the goddess, and Mary and the three lambs, it was immediately obvious that much of the story’s inspiration was from the Garden of Eden (among other stories – Draggle mentions Prometheus). Shoma’s tale, of course, was also very different. Still,… Read More Mawaru Penguindrum 12: Brief Analysis of the Christian Symbols

09.30.201110.02.2011 Twwk11 Comments

Sermon of the Penguins, Why Madoka Isn’t All That, and a New Jesus Anime

Draggle presents an awesome analysis of episode 11 of Mawaru Penguindrum, including a discussion of fate (with some mentioning of Christianity). Speaking of Mawaru Penguindrum, Landon comments on the ritualistic nature of the series, which he compares to Sunday sermons, with somewhat unfavorable views on both (caution: lots of foul language). Patrick Woodward, the (uncredited?)… Read More Sermon of the Penguins, Why Madoka Isn’t All That, and a New Jesus Anime

09.30.201109.30.2011 Twwk2 Comments

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