Archetypes as Symbols?

[bluejay_2112]

No: HPFGUIDX 89956

Hi Frost, all:

I do not agree that Archetypes are symbols. They are observable 
patterns of behavior that humans use. And yes, there are archetypal 
themes such as good vs. evil, death and rebirth, etc. 

I have written an article called "Seeing Yourself and Life 
Sybolically" precisely about archetypes and how they "dance" with 
other people's archetypes...making a "drama" of sorts. It can be 
found here: http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art8998.asp

For example, here is a listing of over 70 archetypes: 
http://myss.com/ThreeArchs.asp We all use them, and so do characters 
in books--including the HP series. Dumbledore is Teacher/Mentor and 
Wizard and many other things. Everyone has a "Child" and a "Victim" 
and a "Prostitute" (where we "sell out") and a "Saboteur".

Just some additional thoughts...

Janet
http://NewAge.BellaOnline.com