Thematic-Myth

According to Northrop Frye, a poet or writer will devote the main character to 'sing to the gods'-who interchangably, through this art, becomes one with God. The poets visionary function is to reveal the God to whom he speaks. The character is therefor an oracle and is often depicted as being possessed by this divine figure. An example of this can not only be found in literature such as various biblical stories but also in present day films; such as The Exorcist. Although the portrayal of this is represented as an evil possession, the concept still applies.