The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her
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Prayer feeds the soul - as blood is to the body, prayer is to the soul - and it brings you closer to God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Prayer nourishes the spirit and fosters a connection with the divine.
This quote emphasizes the vital role of prayer in spiritual life, comparing it to the essential function of blood in sustaining the body. Just as blood is necessary for physical health, prayer is portrayed as crucial for the soul's well-being and its relationship with God, suggesting that regular prayer nourishes the spirit and deepens one's faith.
Themes
PrayerSoulSpiritualityConnectionFaith
In practice
Example use cases
During a meditation session, someone might share 'Prayer feeds the soul' to encourage spiritual reflection.
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