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“Direct religious experience is threatening to organized religion, which often mediates it with a rabbi or priest.”

Quote by Rodger Kamenetz

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Rodger Kamenetz

Rodger Kamenetz is an American poet born in 1950. His work is known for its profound spirituality and exploration of human experience. Kamenetz's poetry covers a wide range of themes, including religion, philosophy, history, and literature. more

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