In other words, the "Christ" figure in the Green Mile was John Coffee and it was Jim Casey in The Grapes of Wrath. Both characters have the initials JC (for Jesus Christ) What is that type of writing called when there is a "Christ" figure?
2006-08-04 17:34:54 · 5 answers · asked by kttmfr 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Other - Arts & Humanities
I'm not sure but I would consider it a fable.
Fable - is a story that teaches a moral or a lesson.
2006-08-04 17:40:53 · answer #1 · answered by I love my husband 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Christ Figure is an extended metaphor literary device. Allegory may be applicable to describe these figures, representing something other than their literal description. Jim Casey is seeking redemption in a way (and since he is a preacher, he is made the Christ Figure to help others through his sacrifice), as are the Joads and all the others seeking a new life (rebirth and resurrection themes) in California.
2006-08-04 18:14:08 · answer #2 · answered by The Invisible Man 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is religious symbolism. Everything from the suffering of John Coffee to dying for something he didn't do, trying to heal the twins, is symbolic of the real JC.
2006-08-04 17:46:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
huh, sounds like a psychotic Andrea Yates question
2006-08-04 17:39:58 · answer #4 · answered by mspriveye 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ummm maybe metephorical religious stature? I'm not sure though sorry... :(
2006-08-04 17:39:52 · answer #5 · answered by Viola Dragon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋