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“Three kinds of souls, three prayers: 1) I am a bow in your hands, Lord. Draw me, lest I rot. 2) Do not overdraw me, Lord. I shall break. 3) Overdraw me, Lord, and who cares if I break.” quote by Nikos Kazantzakis
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“Three kinds of souls, three prayers: 1) I am a bow in your hands, Lord. Draw me, lest I rot. 2) Do not overdraw me, Lord. I shall break. 3) Overdraw me, Lord, and who cares if I break.”

Nikos Kazantzakis

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Three spiritual states reflect dependence, restraint, and reckless devotion, each with consequences for the soul's relationship with the divine.

In simple terms: Three prayers show different ways we relate to God and its outcomes.

Key Takeaway

Choose humility over excess.

Themes

spirituality humility faith self‑control devotion

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

religious philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • confession
  • rituals
  • ethical decision‑making
  • artistic expression

Key Concepts

theology existentialism moral choice

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which prayer resonates with you?
  • How does over‑reliance affect faith?
A Different Perspective

Excess can lead to self‑destruction.

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