To spare Edmund. By the laws of Narnia, Edmund should have been killed, but Alsan took his place and died instead, just like Jesus did for us on the cross in real life.
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Speculation on the reason it was built range from human sacrifice to astronomy.
Speculation on the reason it was built range from human sacrifice to astronomy.
To stop HUMAN sacrifice, convert the Indians, and to find gold.
Speculation on the reason it was built range from human sacrifice to astronomy.
The creatures that got rid of Aslan's ropes in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe were mice. They gnawed through the ropes to set Aslan free.
Aslan's real name is not explicitly stated in C.S. Lewis's "The Chronicles of Narnia" series. He is simply referred to as Aslan, the Great Lion, who is often seen as an allegorical representation of Jesus Christ.
It isn't really the "opposite", as Aslan is far more powerful. However, she has the power to kill and destroy, while he has the power to save lives. The direct opposite of the White Witch would be a good witch or wizard.
It gave them hope and a drive to fight against England a reason to sacrifice their lives. It gave them a reason to fight the king! To free themselves from the king's unjust actions.
You can never 'just' sacrifice creatures or other permanents 'for no reason', only ever for a cost or through an effect of a spell or ability.
I really don't think he HAS another name... or... my fave... WIKIPEDIA IT! It is fun to check out the history of things! And, you might just get your question answered by looking on there! Search Wiki with this: Aslan's name. You are almost bound to find your answers and other history on WHY he has his name! It will be fun!