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Religion, you know, enters very deep; in reality it is the deepest impression I have in speaking to people, that they are or that they are not of my religion.
Gerard Manley Hopkins
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Religion profoundly influences personal identity and interpersonal connections.

In this quote, Gerard Manley Hopkins expresses the significant impact that religion has on human interactions and relationships. He suggests that the essence of people's identities is often intertwined with their religious beliefs, and this understanding shapes his perception of their character and values, indicating that religion is a deep-seated aspect of life that transcends superficial judgments.

Themes

ReligionIdentityBeliefPeopleImpression

In practice

Example use cases

A speaker at a conference on identity might use this quote to illustrate the role of religion in shaping personal connections.

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