Notable Moment in Redwall

     I thought the most defining moment in Redwall was the instance that Matthias and Methusaleh disovered the answer to the mystery of "I am that is".  I felt this marked a point of deep meaning not only to Matthias' character, but also to the turning point of the book that lead to the beginning of The Quest.  It greatly influenced Matthias' character instantaneously.  He quickly posessed a spirit of confidence that not only matured him but also transformed him into this "mighty warrior".  Methuselah, eager for Matthias but perhaps also a slight sense of jealousy, helps to inspire Matthias' new life purpose.  This idea that the past is linked to the present gives much power to the mission of finding Martin's sword.  I thought this was an interesting allusion as I always felt much of Redwall seemed to hint at Catholicism, but perhaps that is because I am Catholic.  However, I could not ignore the resemblance of "I am that is" meaning Matthias to "I am who I am" meaning Yahweh or God.  I realize that I may just find what I want to look for, but this seemed like a strong and interesting link to me.  Did Jacques purposefully link Matthias to God?  It seems to me that would open up alot of controversy if others shared this opinion because of the character of Matthias not being the divine unflawed nature.