Quote by George Bernard Shaw

We sing in a church, why can we not dance there?

We sing in a church, why can we not dance there?

Summary

This quote challenges the traditional norms and restrictions of certain religious practices. It questions the discrepancy between singing and dancing within a church, highlighting the perceived incongruity of allowing one form of expression but not another. It prompts individuals to reflect on the limitations imposed by religious institutions and encourages a reconsideration of the role of dance as a legitimate form of worship or spiritual expression.

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