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Archetype Roles in the Fisher King

Submitted byStefanw onWed, 01/10/2018 - 20:56
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The story of the Fisher King (Wolfram version) is really old but still hauntingly relevant.  It draws out themes of innocence, duty, and failed redemption.  Also the different roles of the people in the story are clear archetypes of roles used in our lives today.

  1. The ministry leader whose lapse in moral integrity has long-term consequences for himself and others.
  2. Friends of the ministry leader who support but can't fundamentally cure.
  3. Those who forget that something priceless has been entrusted to them to not only keep, but fight for (grail= Gospel).
  4. The empathetic outsider who's words "What ails you?" brings healing.
  5. The sincere servant of the Gospel who knows what to do but shys away.
  6. The sincere servant of the Gospel who, due to inexperience, fails.  Later when experienced, succeeds.
  7. People who spend way too much time fishing.