Rare letter reveals 'profound' Christian faith of former atheist at the Museum of the Bible

The Museum of the Bible (MOTB) in the nation's capital has opened an exhibit giving visitors a deeper understanding of humankind's journey of seeking truth.

Titled "C. S. Lewis and the Myth That Became Fact," the exhibit showcases the British writer and theologian's journey from atheism to Christianity. 

The exhibit includes a rare letter penned by Lewis himself to a correspondent named Mr. Rooke.

"In this particular letter, Lewis describes the vision possessed by certain poets as 'knowledge in the deepest sense,' but he rejects the idea that poetry must focus exclusively on 'great subjects' like truth, faith or God," said Viner.

Viner added, "Instead, he humorously notes that some of humanity's greatest poetry is concerned with ostensibly mundane and trivial topics, like 'men sticking bits of pointed metal into each other in a quarrel.'"

"The great revelation of poetry, Lewis argues, is that 'there are no trivial nor uninteresting things,'" Viner said. 

Carlos Campo, CEO of the MOTB, told Fox News Digital the exhibit brings together worshipers of all ages.

It was turned into a film in 2005.

"You can see the hard apologist that he was. He really was a man who had no faith and then came to faith but [was] erudite," said Campo.

To celebrate Lewis, the museum will be presenting Lewis's Narnia works, showcasing "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" in its World Stage Theater.

The "C. S. Lewis and the Myth That Became Fact" exhibit runs until Feb. 14, 2026.