Negatywne oraz pozytywne aspekty w cyklu powieściowym „Harry Potter” J.K. Rowling
Negative and positive aspects in the novel cycle “Harry Potter” by J.K. Rowling.

Summary/Abstract: This article discusses the problem of possible spiritual threats caused in children and teenagers by reading and taking interest in the Harry Potter novel series by J.K. Rowling. There are brought forth arguments for and against the novel about a young wizard of Hogwart. The opponents of the discussed work, whose opinions are included in this article, are the demonologist Aleksander Posacki, the German writer Gabriele Kuby, the Italian exorcist Gabriele Amorth and others. However, the authors expressing positive opinions about Harry Potter are among others the journalist of Vatican journal „L’Osservatore Romano” Antonio Carriero, the Italian philosopher Rocco Buttiglione, the nun Edyta Pielas and others. The mentioned arguments against the work in question include among others introducing children and teenagers into the occult world and relativisation of the good and evil. Among the positive aspects of the novel by Rowling are included among others showing universal values, such as friendship and love, and the references to the Christian symbols. The author of this article represents the common sense approach to the discussed issue and suggests not demonizing this novel too much. To avoid any possible doubts of parents, educators, and catechists, concerned about spiritual welfare of their wards, the author suggests other books, being in accord with the Christian vision of the world.

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