What does the truth matter? Haven't we mothers all given our sons a taste for lies, lies which from the cradle upwards lull them, reassure them, send them to sleep: lies as soft and warm as a breast!
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The wish to pray is a prayer in itself. God can ask no more than that of us.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Desiring to pray is already a form of prayer, indicating a connection to spirituality.
This quote by Georges Bernanos reflects the idea that the mere desire to pray is itself a spiritual act. It suggests that the intentions and feelings behind our wish to connect with a higher power are valued by God, emphasizing that accessibility to spirituality is open to everyone, and that even the thought of prayer holds significance.
Themes
PrayerSpiritualityDesireGodConnection
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon where the topic is spirituality and connection to God.
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