Emeth speaking of Aslan, "Beloved, said the Glorious One, unless thy desire had been for me thou wouldst not have sought so long and so truly. For all find what they truly seek...And since then, O Kings and Ladies, I have been wandering to find him and my happiness is so great that it even weakens me like a wound. And this is the marvel of marvels, that he called me Beloved, me who am but as a dog"
In C.S. Lewis's "The Last Battle," the character Emeth expresses his profound longing for Aslan, who represents truth and goodness. Emeth reflects on the idea that his deep desire for Aslan has driven him in his quest, suggesting that true seekers eventually find what they earnestly seek. This longing is so intense that it brings him immense joy, akin to a wound, illustrating the transformative power of love and devotion.
Emeth's humility is evident when he acknowledges calling himself "but as a dog," yet he is cherished and referred to as "Beloved" by Aslan. This moment emphasizes the theme that regardless of one's origin or status, genuine seekers of truth are welcomed and loved by the divine, resonating with the overarching message of hope and redemption in the narrative.
