John Bunyan
Born: 01-01-1628
John Bunyan was a 17th-century English writer and preacher, best known for his allegorical work "The Pilgrim's Progress." Born in 1628 in Bedfordshire, Bunyan's early life was marked by poverty and military service. His conversion to Christianity led him to become a nonconformist preacher, resulting in imprisonment due to religious persecution. During his time in jail, he penned his most famous work, securing his legacy in Christian literature.
Book summaries for books written by John Bunyan
Quotes
I am the man who in fear of damnation is forced to cry out, 'O wretched man that I am!'
I counted myself alone, and above the most of men unblessed.
In this my darkness, I find no one to comfort me.
I thought none but the devil himself could equal me for wickedness and profaneness.
I thought that every one had a better heart than I had.
In my very soul, I felt a hell of guilt.
I saw that the way to heaven is through the gates of hell.
I was a burden to myself.
I thought that Christ would not forgive me for my sins.
I thought the thoughts of my heart were too evil to be forgiven.
I was afraid to die, and yet afraid to live.
I thought that my sins were too great to be pardoned.