The Imitation of Christ · Character
John Gersen
Alternate proposed author of the work, mentioned in scholarly notes.
minor
Also known as Gersen, The Gersen, the Gersen, John Gerson
First appearance: dedication
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- Professional
- Social
- Other
Character groups
- Biblical and Scholarly Figures
- Protagonist
- Divine and Devout Trio
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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- Jesus Christ
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- John the Baptist
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See John Gersen in dedication