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HARRY POTTER JESUS CHRIST Signs of Arrival An owl foretells Harry's coming. The Christmas Star foretold Jesus' birth. Mark of Wounding Harry is marked by a lightning bolt on his forehead. Jesus is marked by nail scars on his hands. Childhood Miracles ?? ?? Ancestry Harry is linked to both Muggles and Wizards. Jesus was to God and humanity. Enemies Harry is the special object of Voldemort's wrath and attention. Jesus was the special object of Satan's wrath and attention. Resurrection Harry lies in a coma for three days after his battle with Voldemort (in "The Sorcerer's Stone") before he revives. Jesus lay in a tomb for three days before he was resurrected. Nether Regions Harry descends to the Chamber of Secrets. Jesus was said to have descended to the nether regions during his time in the tomb. Harry Saves? Harry exhibits constant willingness to engage Voldemort for the salvation of others. Jesus died on the cross for the salvation of others. Suffering Harry endures the pain of the Cruciatus Curse (in "The Goblet of Fire"). Jesus endured pain on the cross. Father Figure Harry is especially referential toward Dumbledore. Jesus is especially referential toward God the Father.