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The Pilgrim’s Progress · Character

Ignorance

A self-deceived pilgrim who relies on his own righteousness and is rejected.

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Also known as Ignorance, Ignor

First appearance: the first part

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CHChristianMWMr. Worldly Wi…HOHopefulATAtheistMMMr. MnasonIGIgnorance

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