The Power and the Glory is considered one of the best religious novels in the world. The story takes place in Mexico in the 1930s, during the brutal persecution of the Catholic Church. The work is full of moral dilemmas.

It seems that the main character, a priest, is not created for great deeds. He is constantly struggling with his weaknesses. The thought of abandoning the priesthood and being saved accompanies him almost every moment. After all, others have already done so. However, the hero stubbornly chooses a more difficult path.