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I have quite a few different Bibles. Having rejected my parents' religion, I still think the King James Bible is the most important work of literature in English. None of us can help being influenced by it.

I have quite a few different Bibles. Having rejected my pare

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This quote highlights the personal preference and appreciation for the King James Bible even though the individual has rejected their parents' religion. The speaker acknowledges the significance of this particular Bible as a literary masterpiece in the English language. They believe that regardless of one's religious beliefs, it is inevitable to be influenced by its words and impact, recognizing its cultural and historical importance.

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