Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan
From This World to That Which Is to Come
This Christian allegory follows a man named Christian on his journey from his hometown, the "City of Destruction," to the "Celestial City" on Mount Zion. Christian faces numerous obstacles and temptations along the way, including the Slough of Despond, Vanity Fair, and the Valley of the Shadow of Death. The narrative serves as a metaphor for the believer's journey from sin and despair to salvation and eternal life.
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- Published
- 1678
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- De Christenreis Naar De Eeuwigheid
- Die Pilgerreise
- El Progreso del Peregrino
- Il Viaggio del Pellegrino
- La Progresión del Peregrino
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