Aslan
Aslan is a central character in C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia, a series of seven fantasy novels. He is depicted as a powerful and benevolent lion who represents good and is a Christ-like figure within the narrative. Aslan is the true king of Narnia, embodying qualities such as courage, wisdom, and sacrifice.
Throughout the series, Aslan plays a significant role in guiding the Pevensie siblings—Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy—as they navigate the challenges of Narnia, including their battle against the White Witch. His character embodies themes of redemption, hope, and the battle between good and evil.
Aslan's most notable act of sacrifice occurs in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, where he takes the place of Edmund, who has betrayed his siblings. This act symbolizes self-sacrifice and redemption, drawing parallels to the Christian narrative of Jesus Christ.
Aslan's presence is felt throughout the series, and he often appears when characters seek guidance or support in their journey, reinforcing his role as a source of strength and inspiration in a world filled with trials and tribulations.
Adaptations
In the 1967 TV serial, Aslan was portrayed by Bernard Kay.
In the 1979 animated movie, Aslan was voiced by Stephen Thorne, who later voiced Aslan in all seven of the BBC Radio 4 Tales of Narnia series.
In the BBC television adaptations of The Chronicles of Narnia, Aslan was performed by Ailsa Berk and William Todd-Jones and voiced by Ronald Pickup.
In the Focus on the Family Radio Theatre dramatisations, Aslan was portrayed by David Suchet.
In the 2005 movie, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, the CGI Aslan was voiced by Liam Neeson. Neeson also voiced Aslan in the sequel, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian in 2008, and in the third movie in the series, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader in 2010.
Aslan Media
Aslan the lion (by Maurice Harron (2016), CS Lewis Square, Belfast).
