Passages of history, wonder and spiritual counsel, drawn from the Bible and from the lives of the saints and martyrs, with a special attention to those of the British isles.
As Christian is making his way along the highway that leads to
the Celestial City, he finds his way barred by a foul fiend.
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Popular Literature
ByThomas Babington Macaulay
When literary critics decide that a book is not worthy of their
notice they expect the public to follow their lead, but ‘Pilgrim’s Progress’ was different.
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St Mary of Egypt
FromThe Syon Abbey Martyrology
Back in the 6th century, Mary was consumed by an addiction
so compulsive that she would use and discard anyone to satisfy it.
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St John Damascene
ByClay Lane
John’s enduring influence is evident today in the rich sights and sounds of Christian liturgy.
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Heaven’s Harbour
ByCynewulf
The lives of men are like voyages across stormy seas,
but we no longer have to sail them as if they were uncharted waters.
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Song of Angels, Joy of the Blest
ByCynewulf
Cynewulf encourages his listeners to remain committed
to the Christian life, by reminding them of the reward that awaits them.
