Saint Joan · Character
Christ
Central figure of Christianity mentioned in the preface.
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First appearance: catholicism not yet catholic enough
Christ shows up with force in Contrast with Napoleon. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned as another saint whose superior benevolence inspired fear and crucifixion.
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In Contrast with Napoleon: Mentioned as another saint whose superior benevolence inspired fear and crucifixion. Later, in The Law of Change Is the Law of God: Referenced as the Word made Flesh, representing the…
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- Joan's Adversaries and Judges
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- Closing
This passage is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak where Shaw directly…
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