[HPforGrownups] HP & the Bible; Abanes Discussions

[Neil Ward]

No: HPFGUIDX 17597

Hi all,

A brief follow up to Penny's post...

There has been much of interest in this debate sparked by Richard Abanes.  I
agree with Penny that he has been patronising in some of his responses and
downright rude in others.  Of course, one or two list members have also been
quite blunt in their comments to him, but I'm sure he would anticipate that
in a list of 1200+ Harry Potter fans.

Richard, if you are still here, I concur with Penny's suggestion that you
consider continuing your discussion in an off list forum; unless, that is,
you have a burning question for us.  I assume that your main aim in joining
the list was to respond to the apparent negative remarks made about your
book, and whilst I admit to being intrigued by the views of someone who has
read all the Harry Potter books for reasons other than enjoyment (um, you
didn't enjoy them, did you?), I can see potential for frayed tempers if we
continue the debate on this level.

Everyone: are we likely to find much common ground with someone holding such
extreme views?  I very much doubt it, and, frankly, why should we try?  I
guess it makes us appreciate even more the cultural diversity and friendship
we have here, in our little corner of cyberspace.

So let's get back to "Harry Week" and discussing the books we love!

Be assured, non-pregnant moderators are hovering overhead (not a pretty
sight...)

Magically,

Neil
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