he was a foot-washing Baptist
A Baptist who is so devout they think everything that is pleasurable is a sin
Old Mr. Radley is a fictional character from the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. His religious beliefs are not explicitly mentioned in the book.
they have become too proud!
Laurence Tureaud (Mr. T) was born the son of a Baptist Minister and accepted Jesus as a child.
The worship of foot washing is an ancient tradition dating from biblical times. Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and some Baptist groups all still practice foot washing today.
Southern Baptist work together through a cooperative program or convention to support missionaries and to fund other programs. "General Baptist" usually support missionaries directly and do no cooperate with other churches to fund programs. The basic doctrine is the same. All baptist believe in full immersion baptism, eternal security of the believer, etc. Southern Baptist usually observe 2 ordinances (Baptism and the Lord's Supper/ Communion), some other baptist observe 3...these 2 and a foot washing ceremony.
The only difference would be that the foot-washers believe in a third ordinance. Traditional Baptists believe in only two ordinances: a one time baptism after salvation and the periodic observance of the Lord's Supper, also known as Communion.
A foot washing Baptist may disapprove of Miss Maudie Flowers due to her gardening and house pride interests, which they may see as worldly distractions. Scout doesn't understand the religious nuances but admires Miss Maudie for being kind and genuine. She values Miss Maudie's friendship and doesn't judge based on religion.
Miss Maudie means that Boo Radley's family is very religious and follows the strict customs of the Baptist faith, hence the term "foot-washing Baptist," which is a metaphor for someone who follows religious rituals with great devotion. This description implies that Boo's family is very traditional and conservative in their beliefs and practices.
A foot washing Baptist may disapprove of Miss Maudie's flowers because they could be seen as a distraction from focusing on spiritual practices and God. Some members of this denomination emphasize simplicity and modesty in all aspects of life, including decor and personal hobbies. This could lead to disapproval of extravagant or ornate things like the flowers in Miss Maudie's yard.
I keep my car washing accessories on a shelf in a garage. I have a Mr. Clean brand car washing system that hooks onto the end of my hose and I hang that from a hook next to the shelf.