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The preaching, the praying, and the singing went on without intermission, and under the tremendous emotional stress whole communities became fervent professors of religion.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “The preaching, the praying, and the singing went on without intermission, and under the tremendous emotional stress…”
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This quote captures the fervent atmosphere of religious gatherings on the frontier, showcasing their emotional intensity.
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