Like old Rafiki says
” You see? He lives in you.” – Rafiki
Betrayed, rejected, running from responsibility, growing strong through adversity Disneys The Lion King is full of parallels, colorful characters and personal struggles that help us identify with a lovable lion made in the image of man. But watch out! Behind the spectacular scenery and noble sentiments hides the timeless earth-centered view of reality that has always lured God’s people from truth to myths.
“I know your father,” says Rafiki.
“My father is dead,” answers Simba.
“Nope! He’s alive. I’ll show him to you.” The shamanic baboon leads Simba to a pool of clear water. “Look down there.”
First Simba sees his own reflection, then the face of his father.
” You see, he lives in you ! “ says Rafiki.
Simba hears a familiar voice call his name. He looks up. His father’s ghostlike image appears among the stars.
“Look inside yourself “says the apparition. “You must take your place in the circle of life. Remember who you areâ” The vision fades.