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“I've always felt that even though a man was not a Christian, he still has to know the truth some way or another. Or if he was a Christian, he could know the truth. The truth itself doesn't have any name on it to me. And each man has to find this for himself, I think.”

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John Coltrane was an American jazz saxophonist and composer known for his unique musical style and significant contributions to jazz. His career spanned the mid-20th century, profoundly influencing later jazz musicians. more

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