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Through Gates of Splendor
Book • 1957
Through Gates of Splendor is a nonfiction book that recounts the story of Operation Auca, an attempt by five American missionaries—Jim Elliot, Pete Fleming, Nate Saint, Ed McCully, and Roger Youderian—to reach the Huaorani tribe in eastern Ecuador.
The book, written by Elisabeth Elliot, whose husband Jim was among the five men who died, details their journey, faith, and ultimate sacrifice.
The narrative includes the men’s backstories, their training, and their efforts to make contact with the Huaorani through gift drops and other methods.
The book also describes the aftermath of their deaths and the subsequent missionary efforts that continued to reach the Huaorani.
Elisabeth Elliot’s account is based on the men’s diaries, letters, and recorded speeches, providing a personal and poignant glimpse into their lives and faith.
The book, written by Elisabeth Elliot, whose husband Jim was among the five men who died, details their journey, faith, and ultimate sacrifice.
The narrative includes the men’s backstories, their training, and their efforts to make contact with the Huaorani through gift drops and other methods.
The book also describes the aftermath of their deaths and the subsequent missionary efforts that continued to reach the Huaorani.
Elisabeth Elliot’s account is based on the men’s diaries, letters, and recorded speeches, providing a personal and poignant glimpse into their lives and faith.
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John Piper when discussing the experiences of Jim Elliot, Nate Saint, Ed McCulley, Peter Fleming, and Roger Udarian.
John Piper when discussing the experiences of Jim Elliot, Nate Saint, Ed McCulley, Peter Fleming, and Roger Udarian.
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