Quote by Daniel Berrigan

It's also reflective of a young person's religion or faith in that it's highly charged with sacramental imagery and with country imagery, because I was in the seminary for so many years in the country.

It's also reflective of a young person's religion or faith i

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This quote suggests that the speaker's religion or faith is deeply intertwined with their experiences from their younger years spent in the countryside and in a seminary. The use of sacramental imagery implies a strong connection to the rituals and symbols of their faith. The incorporation of country imagery suggests that the speaker's religious beliefs are closely tied to nature and the environment in which they were raised. Thus, this quote reveals the personal and emotional aspects of a young person's religious beliefs and the influence of their rural upbringing.

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