it would make sense, wouldn't it? after all, there's no such thing as bad publicity. i'm christian, and i know lots of christians. none of them really believe any of the ''satanic'' garbage all of these televangelists talk about in reference to the harry potter series. the general opinion seems to be that some people just like to make mountains out of mole-hills. that being said, do you think the author or her agent may have paid some greedy preacher to start all the contraversy as a way to boost sales?
2007-08-01 22:22:00 · 10 answers · asked by That Guy Drew 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
change that to ''none of the christians i know'' in the 3rd sentence of the explanation. i'm sure there are some out there.
2007-08-01 22:25:57 · update #1
crud... 4th sentence. lol
2007-08-01 22:26:43 · update #2
batgirl2good, matt a, i gave you a ''thumbs up,'' not a ''thumbs down.'' anybody that answers my questions with any kind of respect usually gets those. just wanted you to know that.
2007-08-01 23:22:49 · update #3
You know, that's not such a bad idea!
It worked for the Exorcist, Disney had their shot at it, Hanna Barbara had to do something to get kids to watch the Smurfs, and even Dan Brown must have a pastor or two in his pocket, since, strictly as a mystery, the book was trite and boring, but with a bit of controversy, it became a HUGE money maker...
Obviously, all these people must have been paying these religious lunatics...they couldn't have been so crazy all on their own! (tongue firmly in cheek)
Unfortunately, everyone who has read my book (at least everyone who has communicated with me about it) has loved it, except for one cranky Jew who thought I was accusing the Jews of being Christ-killers...
Guess I should have paid a pastor or two to get on television and accuse me of heresy...
2007-08-01 22:56:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
That's a fascinating theory. Hmmmmmm.... It is certainly possible, but all things considered, I'd doubt it. Why? Because there are also preachers, ministers, pastors who feel that Halloween is bad and the Easter Bunny is bad. They base this on the fact that the current way in which we celebrate are based on pagan festivals or celebrations. Then there is the big brou-ha-ha every year over the use of Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays. It just seems to me that there's always some religious person who stirs up controversy for some reason. Is it publicity for himself/herself? Let's not foget also that if you can convince parents that Harry Potter is based on sorcery and it's a bad influence for their children, it will be the kind of scare tactic that will make supporters send more money.
2007-08-01 23:47:01 · answer #2 · answered by Michael B - Prop. 8 Repealed! 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In 2000, J.K. Rowling almost single-handedly created a reading frenzy all over the world that has perpetuated itself to this day, where little kids who never would have picked up a book other than to hit their little brother over the head with it now read with an insatiable thirst for more stories and facts. This is a great thing for the children worldwide but maybe televangelists only want kids reading the bible instead of getting "original" ideas from elsewhere.
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2007-08-01 22:43:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
probably. lol.
i dont read the books, coz i personally think they are boring, because i know none of that magic stuff is real, and the stuff that is real? is actually demonic. But, in saying that, its a storybook, its a kids storybook. if you read it with that in mind, its nothing but a hobby. But if you actually delve into witchcraft and get into all the hogwash, then your on shaky ground and setting urself up for spiritual attack.
its HOW you go about getting into these kids fantasy books that is the measuring stick for wether its "demonic" or "satanic" or whatever.
she may have paid a preacher, or, the preachers words may have been used out of context, just like what i said in this answer could be.
2007-08-03 18:20:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
on the grounds that Harry replaced into no longer noted in a perfect way, he goofed off with Ron loads of the time particularly of spending time with Hermione at Hogwarts. Ginny would have slipped Harry a love potion, in the different case Harry does no longer be kissing her with out thinking whilst she threw her palms around him.
2016-10-13 11:23:47 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all. JK Rowling is an author of fantasy books who's popularity has nothing to do with bad publicity.
2007-08-07 16:23:18 · answer #6 · answered by lucius.graecus 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, I think this is all off base.
It makes no sense to me at all.
I seriously doubt it.
Who would have thought of it in the first place?
I think you may be making a mountain out of a molehill with this theory.
It is pretty offensive and hurtful to JK Rowling as well.
2007-08-01 22:34:23 · answer #7 · answered by batgirl2good 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think they just want to let people know the dangers involved in practicing magic. Jesus cast out demons, so they do exist. The Bible tells us not to practice magic, so the power of magic is from the devil. I don't know if there is any harm in the books, but I wouldnt endorse them. I think the preachers are just staying on the side of caution.
2007-08-01 22:30:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I'm sure she doesn't mind, if you're going to slander the book at least spend 19.95 so you can read it and say actual bad things about it rather than make stuff up.
2007-08-01 22:33:43 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
the televanglisits probably don't want the people spending money on anything potter - it takes out of the tills. the author herself didn't have to pay them anything - they are silly and self obsessed enough to think that they make sense.
2007-08-01 22:35:25 · answer #10 · answered by Marysia 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋