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Christian deceived by Worldly-wiseman. After Christian had passed the slough, he pursued his onward journey. He had not traveled far, before he discovered a person at a distance crossing over the phin to meet him. The man's name was Worldly-wiseman, and he dwelt in the town of Carnal Policy, near the City of Destruction. He was a very fair-spoken person, and had very much the appearance of a gentleman. When he came up to our laboring pilgrim, "How now," said he, "my honest fellow; whither art thou trudg ing with that heavy burden upon thy back?" "Heavy indeed! sir, replied Christian, "for I have not strength enough to get it off myself; but I am directed, by the advice of Evangelist, to the Wicket Gate, where I shall be shown how to get rid of it." gelist!" replied the other, "he hath, I see, already directed you into the Slough of Despond, where you have been bemired, and if you continue to follow his advice, you will encounter many other difficulties and dangers of like nature, or something much worse." see," continued he, "that your mind has become disordered by poring too much over that mysterious book you hold in your hand. Weak men, by meddling with things too high for them, often get themselves into your distracted state of mind. distracted state of mind. I can, however, direct you how you can get rid of your burden easier than the way you are now going.' Christian then replied, "Do, sir, give me this information." Worldly-wiseman then directed him to a village near at hand, named Morality, where dwelt a very judicious old gentleman named Legality, who had relieved thousands of their burdens like his; and if he was not at home, his son, Mr. Civility, could easily supply his place. In order to get to his house, Christian was directed to strike into a road which passed a high hill, in the distance.

Worldly-wiseman represents the teachers of mere morality, who dislike the doctrines of the Gospel. He is a person of consequence, a reputable and successful man; prudent, sagacious, and acquainted with mankind; moral and religious in his way, and qualified to

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give the very best counsel to those who wish to serve both God and mammon. He is decided in his judgment against all kinds of religion which interfere with a man's worldly interests. and disquiets his mind.

Christian at Mount Sinai. As Christian drew near the hill (Mount Sinai) to which he had been directed, he perceived it was very high and craggy. But when he came to notice that side of it which lay near the road, projected over it in a very dangerous manner, he was afraid to venture any further; also, his burden seemed heavier to

"Also his burden now seemed heavier to him than while he was on his way. There came also flashes of fire out of the hill, that made Christian afraid that he should be burned; here therefore he did sweat and quake with fear. And now he began to be sorry that he had taken Mr. Worldly-wiseman's counsel."

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him than while he was on his way. There came, also, flashes of fire out of the hill that made Christian afraid that he should be burned; here, therefore, he did much sweat and quake with fear. And now he began to be sorry that he had taken Mr. Worldly-wiseman's counsel. While in this deplorable situation he saw Evange list coming to meet him, at the sight of whom he was ready to sink with shame, as he had gone contrary to his directions. This friendly visitor at first beheld him with a severe countenance, and told him he had been guilty of folly in thus beginning to reject the counsels of the Most High, in withdrawing from the paths of peace. tian now sunk before him in humility and self-abasement, exclaiming, "Woe is me, for I am undone." Evangelist now caught him by the hand, saying, that "sin would be forgiven to those who repented and believed the Gospel." He then proceeded to inform him that Mr. Legálity was a formal imposter and could do him no good. In confirmation of what he had said, Evangelist appealed to the decision of heaven: upon which a loud voice was heard from the fiery hill or mountain, saying, "As many as are of the works of the law are under the curse; for it is written, Cursed is every one. that continueth not in all things written in the book of the Law to do them." After this, Evangelist cautioning him not to turn aside again, Christian resumed his journey.

Legality, or that system which teaches salvation by the works of the law, is an enemy to the cross of Christ; it leads the soul astray, and prevents it from believing in, and trusting wholly in the

blood of Christ for pardon and deliverance. Gospel comfort can only be optained until the soul rejects the doctrine of Legality, which trusts upon our own works for justification.

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Christian arrives at the Wicket Gate. Christian having regained the path which he had left, to pass Mount Sinai, he soon came to the wicket, or narrow gate, to which he had been directed by Evange list. He found written over it, Knock, and it shall be opened unto you." He did as the inscription directed, and repeated his knocking several times. At last a grave person, whose name was Goodwill, came to the gate, and after being informed who he was, and that he was traveling to Mount Zion, very readily admitted him. But when Christian was entering, the other pulled him forward with great seeming violence, which was a necessary precaution, for there was a strong castle near the gate, from whence a company, under the command of Beelzebub, who, with himself, shot arrows at those who came up to the gate, so that they may kill those who are about

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to enter. As soon as Christian had passed through the gate, he was cautioned to keep on the narrow way thrown up by the Apostles, which was strait as a line. Being anxious to get rid of his burden he was assured that when he came to the place of deliverance, it would fall of itself. He was also told to call at the house of the Interpreter, who would show him many excellent things.

The Gate, or door, represents the reception of the broken-hearted sinner by Christ himself, for he has nothing but good will toward them; as one becomes more decided in applying to Christ, so Satan, if permitted, will shoot his ar

that none can take their sins with them, rows at him. The Gate is narrow, so and the path is "straight as a line," in opposition to the crooked ways of men, for it consists in an uniform piety, integrity, andesincerity.

The Interpreter's House-Portrait-Dusty Room. Having arrived at the Interpreter's house, Christian was received by the Interpreter with kindness and hospitality. The first thing shown to him was the portrait of a venerable person, with his eyes directed toward heaven, the best of books in his hand, the law of truth written on his lips, the world behind his back, and a dazzling crown of glory over his head. This portrait the Interpreter requested Christian to notice, as it was a likeness of the person who alone is authorized to be his guide in difficult or dangerous situa tions. He was next conducted into a large parlor, that was filled with dust, because never swept. The Interpreter called for a man to sweep it, which, when he had begun to do, the room was filled with a cloud of dust that Christian was almost stifled. A damsel, who stood by, was ordered to bring some water and sprinkle the floor, it was swept and cleansed with pleasure. the Interpreter, "shows the heart of an unsanctified man; the dust "This parlor," said is his original sin and inward corruptions. He that began to sweep is the Law; she that brought the water and sprinkled it is the Gospel. The Law of Works shows the depravity of the heart, but can not remove it. The influences of the Gospel prevents the risings of sin, and the heart becomes purified.

The Interpreter means the Holy Spirit, by whom all real Christians are taught. The Portrait is a true picture of a gospel minister. He is one who has put the world behind him; he looks

upward to heaven for help, and has in his hand the Book of God, by which he is guided. The dusty room very plainly represents the unsanctified human heart.

Patience and Passion, Grace Sustained. Christian was next taken into a little room and directed by the Interpreter to observe two

children, each of whom was sitting in a chair. The name of the eldest was Passion; the other's name Patience. Passion was much discontented, but Patience was very quiet. The reason of Passion being so discontented was, that the governor of these children wished them to wait for their best things until the beginning of a new year. Passion wanted every thing now, but Patience was willing to wait. Some one came in to Passion with a bag of treasure, and poured it down at his feet, which he took up with eagerness and laughed Patience to scorn. But soon he lavished his treasure away, and hath nothing left but rags. Christian was now taken into an apartment where there was a fire burning against a wall, and one standing by, who constantly poured water upon it to extin-guish the flame, but it grew hotter and brighter. "This," said the Interpreter, "is the work of Grace in the heart; he that tries to put it out is Satan." Christian was then taken to the other side of the wall, where he saw a person secretly conveying oil into the flame by which it was sustained. This represents Christ who sustains the flame by the oil of his grace.

Passion and Patience represent carnal and spiritual men; the former prefer to have their good things in this life; the latter live by faith, and look

for joys to come. The latter emblem shows how the work of Grace is secretly aided and sustained in the human soul.

The Hero who wins Eternal Glory. The Interpreter now took Christian to a pleasant place, where was built a stately palace, beautiful to behold, where he saw persons walking, who were all clothed in gold. Before the palace there stood many armed men, who appeared determined to oppose all who attempted to enter. At a little distance from the entrance sat a man with a book, to take the names of those who would enter the palace. Many who wished to enter, on seeing the armed men, were so discouraged that they made no effort to force the passage. But, at length, a man of a very stout countenance came up to him who sat to write, saying, "Set down my name, sir," which, when done, the man drew his sword, put a helmet on his head, and then rushed toward the door, upon the armed men. After a fierce contest, in which many wounds were given and received, he cut his way through them all, and pressed forward into the palace. The conqueror now heard heavenly voices from within' and from those that walked on the top of the palace, saying:

"Come in, come in,

Eternal glory thou shalt win."