The Pilgrim's Progress Study Questions & Topics for Discussion

The Pilgrim's Progress Suggested Essay Topics

Why does Christian decide to leave the City of Destruction? How is Christiana's decision similar? How is it different?

Ignorance is one of many who attempt to enter Celestial City without being invited or entering through the gate. Why are these characters included in the story?

Compare and contrast three characters that show that the appearance of faith is not the same as genuine religious faith.

Bunyan takes many stabs at the Catholic faith. Identify these instances and discuss how they affect the overall message about Christian faith.

How do the allegorical names contribute to the plot? If the characters had real names, would it change the story?

The second part of the story shows women seeking salvation. How does this compare to Christian's pilgrimage? What challenges do the women face that Christian did not? What assistance are they given that Christian did not have?

How does the level of...
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