Like the Christian savior, Jon was born under mysterious circumstances and quickly scurried away by his foster father to avoid the murderous impulses of a vengeful King. Betrayed by supposed friends (Judas, in Jesus’ case, Olly in Jon’s), both are murdered for teaching people to “love one another” (even the “Wildlings”). Observant viewers may have noticed the wooden cross bearing the word “traitor” it at the site where Jon is stabbed in Season 5. And, of course, several days after their murders, both Jesus and Jon rise again in fulfillment of a prophecy.
What clues does this Christ allegory provide as to Jon’s fate in Season 8? Many GoT fans hope that Jon will be the savior of the Seven Kingdoms and end up on the Iron Throne. But, while a savior he may be, his survival is less likely. More likely, it is time for Jon to leave us and ascend into heaven (and take his seat at the right hand of the father who raised him, Ned Stark).
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