The Devil: Ceremony by Leslie Marmon Silko

Monday, February 16, 2025: #15- The Devil: "Ceremony" by Leslie Marmon Silko

Part of The Fool’s Journey: A Literary Journey through the Tarot

Silko's novel explores the Devil's themes of bondage, addiction, and the shadow self through the story of Tayo, a Native American World War II veteran. The protagonist's struggle with trauma and alienation reflects the Devil's representation of self-imposed limitations. The book's examination of cultural loss and recovery aligns with the Devil's challenge to confront uncomfortable truths. Silko's integration of Pueblo storytelling traditions mirrors the Devil's connection to primal, instinctual energies. Ceremony's journey towards healing and wholeness resonates with the Devil's potential for transformation when faced and understood.

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