https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw Sacramentality: Doctor Strange en-us 2020-09-18 04:10:27 UTC 2025-11-01 20:23:50 UTC hello@padlet.com jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757810207 This movie is based around Dr. Steven Strange and his introduction to the mystic arts in the MCU. The whole first half of the movie is based on his "baptism" or transformation]]> 2020-09-18 04:18:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757810207 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757828207 Here is an image from the part of the movie when Dr. Strange crashes his car off the side of a mountain. He has many broken bones, bruises, and even paralysis in his hands. Not to mention all of the emotional effects that would follow after an experience like this. Before this physical accident he was mentally in need of a baptism or transformation. He was a cocky, arrogant doctor who lived an expensive lifestyle with no regard for anyone but himself. ]]> 2020-09-18 04:32:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757828207 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757839516 On his way to his transformation sight Dr. Strange gets beat up by a group hoping to rob him. Being a vulnerable person in need of Baptism he is not able to defend himself. All of the sudden a person wearing all black and a black hoodie comes to help him. They have never met before and it was simply an action of doing for other what they cannot do for themselves. ]]> 2020-09-18 04:41:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757839516 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757846960 In this scene we are introduced to our priest that will be guiding the transformation process. In the movie they call her the "Ancient One". She is the master in her field. In all baptisms there is a pastor or priest present and we see one here ]]> 2020-09-18 04:47:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757846960 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757857225 The Ancient One is encouraging Strange to look at the world and how the body heals itself in a different way. Dr. Strange has a very black and white understanding of how things work but like the Magic Eye puzzles she is trying to teach him how to approach it or look at it in a different way. She is unsuccessful as of now because his mental vulnerability is still there. This is sacramental because after baptism you are now a new person and look at the world a different way. ]]> 2020-09-18 04:55:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757857225 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757870385 In the recent scene the priest figure told him he was not ready for his baptism. He is now outside of the "Church" structure banging on the door for them to let him in. In the catholic tradition it is common for the recipient to knock on the door before entering, this is similar and represents that aspect of baptism.]]> 2020-09-18 05:05:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757870385 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757878229 In baptism and in the christian church in general candles often represent the Holy Spirit or something to look forward to and guide you. Here we see Strange after being accepted back in but still in a state of depression. The candle is the focal point of this scene and represents light at the end of the tunnel like it often does at church. ]]> 2020-09-18 05:11:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757878229 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757884634 Upon beginning his transformation or baptism process he is given a new garment to wear. Similar to in the Catholic tradition it is also white. This is another similarity to the sacrament of baptism and it connects well. ]]> 2020-09-18 05:16:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757884634 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757889979 Here we see a big group of students all gathering together to reach the same goal while supporting each other in the process. This related to baptism In the christian church when you are baptized often times you have friends, family, and other believers there with you along the way. As the movie progresses it is becoming more and more sacramental]]> 2020-09-18 05:20:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757889979 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757896597 In this scene we are introduced to Wong. In the movie and movies to come Wong serves as a second mentor and leader to Strange. He helps Strange grow his skills and guides him along the path similar to how Catholic Godparents do to their Godchildren. During catholic baptism the Godparents are always present and confirm to raise the child in the faith. ]]> 2020-09-18 05:25:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757896597 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757907375 Dr. Strange has been placed on the top of Mt. Everest alone by the Ancient One. He is forced to use his new found powers to make is way back, the trick is he is still beginning to master his powers so this is a matter of life and death for him. When being lowered under water it is often related to life and death. ]]> 2020-09-18 05:34:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757907375 jbucholz23 https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757911791 This is at the very end of the movie when Dr. Strange has completed his training or "baptism" and is winning the final battle to save the day. From his physical stature to his new powers and mental makeup he is a completely different person and a changed man. Similar how when you come up from the water you are a changed human and have publicly announced your faith in christ. ]]> 2020-09-18 05:37:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jbucholz23/kxkqkfrqtl21rehw/wish/757911791