Quote by Ernest Gaines

What I miss today more than anything else - I don't go to church as much anymore - but that old-time religion, that old singing, that old praying which I love so much. That is the great strength of my being, of my writing.

What I miss today more than anything else - I don't go to ch

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In this quote, the speaker expresses nostalgia for the traditional forms of religious expression and the impact it had on them, despite no longer being a regular churchgoer. The speaker refers to the "old-time religion," emphasizing the significance of the songs and prayers they once cherished. They attribute their strong connection to these religious practices as a vital source of inspiration and influence in their writing. It suggests that their creativity and depth of being are deeply rooted in their past experiences of religious worship.

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