The Crysalids
The dictionary defines religion as " a belief in or worship god or gods." As the definition states, practicing religion requires accepting certain beliefs. Unfortunately, these beliefs are largely unproven and non-factual. As a result, people may interpret aspects or elements of their religion differently, and this may cause conflict. In The Chrysalids by John Wyndham. He has the characters have different views of religion that results in such a conflict. Throughout this novel, many characters express different views of religion. The reader infers that their experiences are a major factor in shaping how they view religion. One view of religion expressed by David. He is young and doesn't have a strong sense of his religion. That is why, when David found out about Sophie's sixth toe, he promised Sophie's mom that he wouldn't tell anybody. David obviously questions his religion and therefore, doesn't turn in Sophie. David thought about
Yet another view of religion expressed by Uncle Axel. Uncle Axel doesn't believe in religion as strongly as David's father does. He doesn't think people should judge one another by their looks. Uncle Axel quotes, " 'souls are just counters for churches to collect, all the same value, like nails. No, what makes man man is mind: it's not a thing, it's a quality, and minds aren't all the same value: they're better or worse, and the better they are, the more they mean.' " (pp.79-80) Uncle Axel does believe in God because he told David God is supposed to be able to read minds. So Uncle Axel thinks David and his friends are closer to the true image of God then anyone. The reader can see how Uncle Axel views religion differently Another view of religion expressed by David's father. He feels strongly about his religion and will obey his religions laws at all costs. He is very commanding and protective of his religion. This is shown when David s
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Approximate Word count = 635
Approximate Pages = 3 (250 words per page double spaced)
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