Barabbas

«Barabbas: A Dream of the Tragedy of the World» — a novel by Marie Corelli, first published in 1893. The story is a fictional account of the life of Barabbas, a notorious criminal released by the will of the people instead of Jesus Christ during the trial before Pontius Pilate. Marie Corelli, through the character of Barabbas, reveals the spiritual transformation of a sinful soul that, upon encountering the Divine, comes to repentance, inner purification, and rebirth. The novel invites reflection on the nature of sin, forgiveness, and eternal values, emphasizing the relevance of the gospel story even a thousand years later. Vivid descriptions and Corelli's poetic language create a surreal and otherworldly atmosphere.

The work is part of Marie Corelli's «Religious Trilogy», which consists of the books «Barabbas», «The Sorrows of Satan», and «The Master in Christ».