The Pilgrim’s Progress
“Next to the Bible, the book I value most is John Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress. I believe I have read it through at least a hundred times. It is a volume of which I never seem to tire; and the secret of its freshness is that it is so largely compiled from the Scriptures.” ~ Charles Haddon Spurgeon The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan is Christian allegory that illustrates the journey of faith within the guidance and fellowship of the church. Part 1 follows a man named Christian as he travels from the “City of Destruction” to the “Celestial City,” symbolizing the believer’s journey from sin to salvation. Along the way, he faces numerous trials and meets various characters, each representing different aspects of the Christian life and the challenges faced within the church. Part 2 follows his wife, Christiana, take the same journey with her children towards the “Celestial City” and brings to the fore the enduring value of the church in the Christian life. This re-typeset edition of