| Author |
Bunyan, John, 1628-1688 |
| Editor |
Offor, George, 1787-1864 |
| Title |
Works of John Bunyan — Volume 01
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| Credits |
Charles Aldarondo
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| Summary |
"Works of John Bunyan — Volume 01" by John Bunyan is a collection of Bunyan's experimental, doctrinal, and practical writings, created during the mid-17th century. This volume not only encompasses his well-known works but also features a memoir detailing his life, religious experiences, and transformative journey from a life of sin to one of faith. It explores themes of grace, repentance, and the profound spiritual struggles that Bunyan faced, reflecting his deep engagement with the matters of the soul. The opening of the volume begins with a memoir that intricately details Bunyan's humble origins and the sinful life he led before his conversion. Born into poverty, Bunyan's early years were marked by a lack of direction and a descent into licentiousness. He describes moments of internal conflict and the powerful impact of reproof from unexpected sources, such as a woman who chastised him for his swearing. This struck a profound chord within him, leading to a series of spiritual awakenings. The narrative sets the stage for Bunyan's eventual transformation, highlighting the tension between his sinful nature and the emerging desire for redemption, which would characterize much of his later writings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity
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| Subject |
Bunyan, John, 1628-1688
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| Subject |
Authors, English -- Early modern, 1500-1700 -- Biography
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| Subject |
Christian literature, English -- History and criticism
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| Subject |
Puritans -- England -- Biography
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| Subject |
Christian literature, English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6046 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Sep 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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