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“I am as certain as I am standing here, that the secret of much mischief to our own souls, and to the souls of others, lies in the way that we stint, and starve, and scamp our prayers, by hurrying over them.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
We harm ourselves and others by rushing through prayer, depriving it of depth and sincerity.
In simple terms: Rushed prayer weakens its power.
Pause and engage fully in prayer.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- group worship
- conflict resolution
- stressful moments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does haste affect your inner peace?
- Can you find stillness amid urgency?
Rushing can be necessary in emergencies, limiting contemplation.