VOA慢速英语:Bible Event Held at Capitol As Fewer Americans Identify as Religious

Bible – n. the book of writings considered holy by the Christian religion

marathon – n. an event or activity that lasts an extremely long time or that requires great effort

faith – n. strong belief or trust in someone or something

lens ­– n. a clear, curved piece of glass or plastic that is used to make things look clearer

reflect – v. to move in one direction, hit a surface and then quickly move in another direction

pursue – v. to search for something; to seek or ask for

atheist – n. a person who does not believe that God exists