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Self-Discovery In The Lion King
The Lion King theme is the self-discovery of one’s own circle of Life. In the beginning it starts with the birth of Simba. Then shortly after his birth life lessons and theories are given from his father, Mufasa. such as the stars are the kings of the past. Shortly after that comes the death of Mufasa , teaching Simba the importance of life as well as the feeling of loss and pain. Not thinking that anyone cared for him and not knowing he was just a victim to Scars evil plans. Simba in the shame he felt he left the Pridelands into isolation, this is where he found friendship with Timon and Pumba and tried new things, eating bugs for example. Then he was reunited with Nala, a playmate from the Pridelands, and had the feeling of love. He then

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