Quote by Ville Valo

I haven't been baptised. My dad's not in the church and is not a religious person. My mum is more spiritual - she does Thai-chi and goes to Stonehenge and things like that. I'm proud to be pagan. Finland is not really a religious country. I'm still looking for my god.

I haven't been baptised. My dad's not in the church and is n

Summary

In this quote, the speaker explains their personal religious journey and background. They mention that they have not been baptised and their father is not religious, while their mother leans towards spirituality. They express pride in their pagan beliefs, suggesting a departure from mainstream religions in Finland. The speaker also reveals their ongoing search for their own understanding of a higher power or deity. Overall, the quote reflects the speaker's non-traditional religious upbringing, their self-identified pagan faith, and their exploration of personal spirituality.

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