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It struck Meridian that he was deliberately imitating King, that he and all his congregation knew he was consciously keeping that voice alive. It was like a play. (3.28.10)
Meridian is witnessing the power of ritual. The church has integrated Martin Luther King Jr.—a famed preacher and brilliant speaker himself—into its tradition, keeping his memory alive and using it to instill hope for the future. This helps Meridian realize that the community aspect of religion can be powerful, regardless of personal belief.