Did Faust got the inspiration to create such a beautiful show from God himself?

[碇 シンジン 27,439]

I been thinking why the G4 of MLP is so awesome and the characters so beautiful like Rarity perfect and sweet lovley message of friendship to all ages stop the violence and pursue the values of good =)<3

 

Such beautiful thing inspires be greatly and I wonder if it has a deeper meaning  that can be observed from a religious perspective<3

 

 

Rarity for exAmple such a perfect character and image what people should be <3 just like every other pony it is so lovely and amazing feeling 

 

 

What are your thoughts?

Every character is so inspiring and ideal value of perfection

[SteveMorison 408]

No, the morals are just common decency. Alot of the show's lore is inspired by greek mythology.

[chirox the pony 1,336]

Well I don't know if Faust even has a religion, and this kinda message has been done with other shows before, not to mention said concepts have existed long before the idea of god was even suggested, so I doubt it.

[CandyStrike 603]

No. I don't even know where to start with this...this seems like this will turn into a debate.

[GuyNamedEarl 1,332]

It's more from morals and common decency for teaching kids.

[Red Cedar 1,408]

Given the amount of Greek Mythology in the show, if Faust was inspired by a god, that God was Zeus.

 

(But, I think she was just a really creative person.)

[ManaMinori 4,149]

The characters are far from perfect, but the morals of the show are something everyone should get behind, and incorporate into their lives. I mean, even the bible teaches the basic morals that MLP does. treating othes how you, yourself, would want to be treated, giving is greater reward than recieving, don't judge others, be honest, repect your parents, etc.

[Steve Piranha 29,495]

I do like to think ponies as my personal angels for the positive impact they've made in my life 

[Banul 3,831]

She's said before that her inspiration for the show was the stories she made up when she played with her pony toys as a kid. Whether religion has anything to do with it, she hasn't said. I think not, as religion hasn't even being mentioned in the show before.

[Ragland Tiger 3,483]

I think Lauren would be far too modest to make that kind of claim.  As for inspiration, I think some of the best moments in the show are touching reminders that the best way to honor god is to be forgiving, caring, and compassionate to others.

[RarityFan01 2,444]

Given the amount of Greek Mythology in the show, if Faust was inspired by a god, that God was Zeus.

 

(But, I think she was just a really creative person.)

No! It was one of the muses. Probably Thalia considering how everything turns out great in the end. (It's a kid's show, so that's expected though.)

[cider float 2,539]

Lot of these show ideas do come from literature with origins of the Biblical context. Good vs. Evil is a very strong Christian platform. If you look into other non-Christian centered cultures like Japan the Good vs. Evil thing is less common.

[I used to be a stranger 7,994]

All of the show's morals are inspired by gun safety tips provided by the NRA.

[Ragland Tiger 3,483]

Now, now - be nice!  This is a high class thread. 

[Shanks 10,817]

While similarities can be found in MLP to Christian teaching this is because said lesson have been applied in numerous religious and secular contexts. There probably was no divine intervention in the creation of MLP, but it still a good show.

[Princess Lona 382]

If Faust got her inspiration from a supernatural source, it had to have been that she made a deal with the devil.

[TePineer 82]

I don´t think He would do that. It never stood in the bible.

[NullAccount 287]

If Faust got her inspiration from a supernatural source, it had to have been that she made a deal with the devil.

It almost seems like she made a Faustian bargain.

 

I wouldn't be surprised if it was inspired by religious beliefs, although it could just be the fact that many religions teach good morals.

Edited August 13, 2015 by FlutterFly761

[SolyWack 482]

It almost seems like she made a Faustian bargain.

 

I wouldn't be surprised if it was inspired by religious beliefs, although it could just be the fact that many religions teach good morals.

Heeeyyyooo. I was going to make that joke, but you got there first.

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I am truly suprised this topic didnt turn into a debate with the mere mention of God. Good on you guys.

[Luna the Great of all the Russias 3,120]

The way you worded title... I'm picturing Lauren Faust as second Jesus or something. To answer question, I doubt it.

Edited August 15, 2015 by Luna the Great