# The Ten Virgins — Olney Hymns character guide

> The Ten Virgins in Olney Hymns by John Newton.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0002-book-i-on-select-texts-of-scripture

## Who they are

The bridesmaids in Jesus' parable about being ready for the bridegroom's coming.

## In the story

### [The Foolish Virgins](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/olney_hymns_se/chapters/90-the-foolish-virgins)

The foolish virgins are the focus, representing those who have a lamp of profession but lack the oil of grace.

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