Walt considered himself religious yet he never went to church. The heavy dose of religiosity in his childhood discouraged him; he especially disliked sanctimonious preachers. But he admired an respected every religion, and his belief in God never wavered.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Personal faith can exist independently of organized religious practice.
- In plain terms
- You can believe without church.
- What can you take from it?
- Faith is personal, not institutional.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does faith mean to you?
- Is church necessary?
Another view
Some find community essential for faith.
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