Views of Hell Puritans vs In
In the story “ The History of the Dividing Line,” the character Bearskin presents a view of Hell that contradicts the views of Edward’s in “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God.” Bearskin’s perception of Hell is a cold, barren place that, although completely undesirable, can be avoided and even escaped from. But in Edward’s eyes, Hell is a pit of molten brimstone that is un-escapable and almost everyone is certain to dwell there for eternity. The version of Hell in “The History of the Dividing Line” can be perceived as the more hopeful of the two stories. In the Indian’s story, Hell is a dreadful place, yet can be avoided by one who believes and trusts in God. He describes God, “ that God is very just and very good, ever well pleased with those men who posses
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Approximate Word count = 559
Approximate Pages = 2 (250 words per page double spaced)
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