"Literary stand-in for Christ" crossword clue

Author: Mathew Cooper
Last Updated: 02 May 2023

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The New York Times crossword clue for April 28, 2023 is "Literary stand-in for Christ". This clue is referring to a literary figure who is used to represent Jesus Christ in literature. Examples of these figures include Aslan from The Chronicles of Narnia, the Man of Sorrows from The Pilgrim's Progress, and the character of Jesus in The Last Temptation of Christ. These characters are used to explore themes of faith, redemption, and sacrifice in literature.

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Mathew Cooper
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He dedicates himself to ensuring that the thrill of puzzle-solving remains accessible to all. With a deep passion for puzzles and a profound understanding of language, Mathew has made significant contributions to the crossword puzzle community. Outside of his day-to-day job, Mathew is a big fan of trivia and general knowledge topics. He has been known to join trivia contests with friends, making for an enjoyable night out on the town. A certified pet lover, he owns 2 cats — Downey and Alexander. They feel quite at home on his work table, nestled among some of his unsolved crossword puzzles. His goal for NYT Crossword Daily is for the website to become the premiere platform for puzzle enthusiasts worldwide.

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