Atheist meets Pilgrim, c1910. Creator: Unknown

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Atheist meets Pilgrim, c1910. Creator: Unknown

Atheist meets Pilgrim, c1910. Scene from " The Pilgrims Progress", by John Bunyan. Glass lantern slide produced by the Church Army Lantern Department which in 1905 had approximately 100, 000 such slides. These were available for hire, and were also taken round the country in special vans, to be shown to groups of people for evangelical purposes

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Atheism Atheist Bunyan Church Army Cliff Cliffs Danger Dangerous Evangelism Indoctrination John Bunyan Lantern Slide Peril Pilgrims Progress Religious Tract Society

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Atheist meets Pilgrim, c1910" takes us back to the early 20th century, immersing us in a scene from John Bunyan's renowned literary work, "The Pilgrim's Progress". Created by an unknown artist and produced as a glass lantern slide by the Church Army Lantern Department, this image served as a powerful tool for evangelical purposes. In this allegorical depiction, we witness an encounter between an atheist and a pilgrim on treacherous cliffs. The circular shape of the composition draws our attention to the central figures: two men representing opposing beliefs. The perilous geography symbolizes the dangers faced when questioning or challenging religious doctrines. Armed with swords, these men stand ready for warfare - not physical combat but rather ideological battle. The atheist represents skepticism and disbelief while the pilgrim embodies unwavering faith in Christianity. This clash of worldviews highlights the ongoing tension between reason and religion throughout history. The significance of this image extends beyond its artistic value; it serves as a reminder of how literature was used as a means of indoctrination during that time period. The Church Army Lantern Department played a crucial role in disseminating religious messages through their extensive collection of glass slides like this one. As we observe this thought-provoking photograph print today, let us reflect on how different belief systems have shaped our society over time and consider the power that art holds in conveying complex ideas about religion, spirituality, and human nature

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