John Bunyan

The Pharisee and the Publican (eBook, ePUB)

A Journey of Pride, Humility, and Grace in Christian Allegory

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Pharisee and the Publican," John Bunyan masterfully explores themes of humility, grace, and spiritual authenticity through a compelling narrative inspired by the biblical parable from Luke 18:9-14. Written in a plain yet evocative style, Bunyan employs allegory and dialogue to highlight the contrasting attitudes of the self-righteous Pharisee and the repentant Publican. The text is rich with theological reflection, embedded in the socio-religious context of 17th-century England, where issues of faith and salvation were deeply contested, allowing readers to grasp the profound implications of humility before God. John Bunyan, a pivotal figure in English literature and Puritan thought, merged his personal experiences of spiritual struggle with the broader context of his time. His imprisonment for preaching without a license catalyzed a more introspective approach to his writing. This work is emblematic of his deep-seated belief in the necessity of inner transformation and the dangers of false piety, reflecting his own journey toward spiritual revelation. Readers seeking a transformative exploration of self-examination and the essence of faith will find Bunyan'Äôs "The Pharisee and the Publican" a rewarding encounter. Its rich theological depth and engaging narrative offer timeless insights that challenge readers to reflect on their own spiritual journeys and the nature of true humility before God.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 193
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066101237
• Artikelnr.: 59238050

Autorenporträt

John Bunyan (baptised 30 November 1628 - 31 August 1688) was an English writer and Puritan preacher best remembered as the author of the Christian allegory The Pilgrim's Progress, which also became an influential literary model. In addition to The Pilgrim's Progress, Bunyan wrote nearly sixty titles, many of them expanded sermons.Bunyan came from the village of Elstow, near Bedford. He had some schooling and at the age of sixteen joined the Parliamentary Army during the first stage of the English Civil War. After three years in the army he returned to Elstow and took up the trade of tinker, which he had learned from his father. He became interested in religion after his marriage, attending first the parish church and then joining the Bedford Meeting, a nonconformist group in Bedford, and becoming a preacher. After the restoration of the monarch, when the freedom of nonconformists was curtailed, Bunyan was arrested and spent the next twelve years in prison as he refused to give up preaching. During this time he wrote a spiritual autobiography, Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners, and began work on his most famous book, The Pilgrim's Progress, which was not published until some years after his release.