Harry Potter and the Bible and What's a Christian to Do with Harry Potter? may be getting media attention, but some muggles are feeling more wizened by the wizard. The Entertainer, Britain's largest independent toy retailer, expects to lose £500,000 (about $750,000) because its owner, Gary Grant, won't sell Potter merchandise.
"I have to uphold my Christian values in my private and my public life," Grant told London's Daily Telegraph. "The Bible is quite clear: Avoid that which even appears evil. It doesn't say avoid only that which is evil."
Meanwhile, Harry's American publisher is reportedly considering a lawsuit against Jews for Jesus for copyright and trademark infringement. "If you like Harry Potter, have we got a book for you" begins an organizational tract promoting the Bible. But Harry will have to wait in line: Curious George's publishers have already sued the messianic ministry for a similar stunt.
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