СИМВОЛЫ ПОСВЯЩЕНИЯ В РОМАНЕ «ВОЛХ»

Аннотация

This paper explores the symbolic elements in John Fowles’ novel The Magus, focusing on how they contribute to the theme of initiation and personal transformation. Central symbols such as the labyrinth, masks, death and rebirth, the godgame, and the island of Phraxos are examined as metaphors for the psychological and emotional trials faced by the protagonist, Nicholas Urfe. These symbols highlight the non-linear nature of self-discovery, emphasizing that initiation requires disorientation, loss, and the stripping away of false identities. Death and rebirth signal moments of loss and renewal, illustrating that transformation demands the destruction of previous beliefs and relationships. The godgame symbolizes life’s unpredictability and the necessity of embracing ambiguity. Through these symbolic elements, The Magus suggests that initiation is not a single event but an ongoing process, requiring the individual to navigate uncertainty and transformation continually.