The Holy War

Made by Shaddai upon Diabolus for the Regaining of the Metropolis of the World (Bunyan Updated Classics, Book 2)

"For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the lords of this age, rulers of this darkness, against spiritual wickedness in the heavens." (Ephesians 6:12)

What if you were able to see your life from a spiritual perspective and find the actual reality of the verse above? How does our enemy Diabolus plan and carry out his attacks? How do his demons help, and what are their objectives? Why and how must we petition Emmanuel to get his attention and help in this great, holy war?

Written four years after The Pilgrim's Progress, John Bunyan followed up with this second allegorical classic, which has touched hearts and minds of people for generations. The epicenter of this book is the town of Mansoul, its people (such as Conscience, Self-Denial, and Do-Right), and its gates (Eye-gate, Ear-gate, Mouth-gate, Nose-gate, and Feel-gate).

The attack by Diabolus and his demons, all of whom have appropriate names, is carefully planned and executed. As still happens to men today, Mansoul fell hard. Emmanuel is of course willing to help, but can only do so on special, seemingly strict terms. As you watch this intense battle unfold, you'll be emboldened to fight with new vigilance, to guard the gates with tenacity, and to rely on Emmanuel's sovereignty like never before.

It should be noted that John Bunyan focused not so much on biblical sequence or even perfect accuracy in every aspect. Instead, he honed in specifically on the spiritual battle being waged for each individual soul, filling in other details as needed to create the scenes. In this edition, we updated the text to clarify the meaning of each scene and inserted Bible verses in key areas to bring to light the depth and spiritual meaning of this powerful allegory.

Bonus content: The Life of John Bunyan by William Brock

About the author: John Bunyan was born in November 1628, in Elstow, England. A celebrated English minister and preacher, he wrote The Pilgrim’s Progress (1678), the book that was the most characteristic expression of the Puritan religious outlook. His other works include doctrinal and controversial writings; a spiritual autobiography Grace Abounding (1666), and the allegory The Holy War (1682).

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Meditation upon the Struggle of/for the Soul

The content is very good, with insight into the unseen conflicts of the soul. There are numerous references throughout to Scripture, which the narrator reads. The narrator uses many different voices/accents which is fun and interesting, though at times a little difficult to understand, though well done. This also includes bonus material which is the life of John Bunyan, which is very good as well. Would recommend!

Great allegory of spiritual warfare.

The only thing I would recommend differently about this audio book is that it gets made into a dramatized version and eventually a movie.

Powerful Allegory

This book is a powerful allegory that explores the spiritual battle for the soul, depicted through the siege of the city of "Mansoul." Bunyan's vivid characters and compelling narrative offer deep theological insights. The biographical information at the end of the book provides a valuable glimpse into his life and convictions. This enriches the reader’s understanding of Bunyan's personal faith and the context from which this timeless work emerged.

Just the way it was unpacked!

I loved the way this book takes you into the kind of the devil. I didn’t think anything could get better than the pilgrim’s progress but this is close.

how perfect the symbolism was regarding biblical references

very nice work. it's adorable work of art in every way. I loved it very much.