Please note, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is rated PG-13. Previously, we saw how Shuri fills the role of peacemaker in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. It is particularly important to see that role because Shuri, in many ways, contrasts with other leaders around her. Ramonda, Queen of Wakanda, who often shows great wisdom in spiritual matters, also has a tendency to focus on her family, even above Wakanda herself. Namor, the main antagonist of the film, focuses solely on his people to the detriment of all else. Shuri, on the other hand, sees that there are more important things to focus on. She understands Namor's concerns about Riri Williams and her vibranium detection machine. She offers to keep Riri sequestered in Wakanda. Namor worries about the risk. When Nakia on Ramona's orders comes to save Shuri and Riri, leading to the death of a Talokanil, one of Namor's people, Shuri immediately grows concerned, knowing this will lead to war. She is able to see the bigger picture, beyond herself and Riri even. Shuri, as a peacemaker, lives into one of the lessons Jesus taught us. In each of the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke), we hear Jesus saying that His family isn't His flesh and blood, but those who "do the will of God." It is so easy for us to get wrapped up in our family or people. Obviously we should show those attached to us our love, yet part of that love is realizing there is something beyond us. Holding too close to our tribe can make us forget that our actions can have consequences for others. It can make us forget that there are young innocents, like Riri Williams, that need to be protected too. Shuri gives us a good example for how to live into Jesus' teachings. It's not that she doesn't struggle too, as we will see in the future, but she always comes out, in the end, on the side of peace for all, not just that of her family and people. Disclaimer: unless otherwise stated, the majority of images produced here are not owned or created by me. Commenting is encouraged. Please use discretion leaving comments below, letting the love of God guide you.
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