Chapter 14 The Triumph of the Witch

Chaptewr 14 and 15 reveal the nature of the agreement between Aslan and the White Witch. They learn that Aslan has in fact volunteered to take Edmund's place: an act that draws heavily on the story of Christianity. Aslan allows himself to be killed on the Stone Table, and Susan and Lucy witness the event. Aslan's death and rebirth are direct allusions to the Passion and Resurrection of Christ. Recalling Christ's death to atone for the sins of humanity, Aslan gives his life voluntarily in penance for Edmund's wrongdoings. Aslan's action is a powerful expression of love and forgiveness, as well as his faith that Edmund is someone worth redeeming.