Quote by Brendan Behan

The Bible was a consolation to a fellow alone in the old cell. The lovely thin paper with a bit of matress stuffing in it, if you could get a match, was as good a smoke as I ever tasted.

The Bible was a consolation to a fellow alone in the old cel

Summary

This quote captures the solace and comfort found in the Bible for an individual confined in isolation. The reference to the "old cell" suggests a place of confinement or imprisonment, where the Bible becomes a source of consolation and companionship. The mention of the "lovely thin paper" and using it as a smoke highlights the resourcefulness and appreciation for even the simplest pleasures in this dire situation. It exemplifies the ability of the Bible to provide solace and respite in moments of solitude and despair.

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