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For it is we who must pray for our daily bread, and if He…

“For it is we who must pray for our daily bread, and if He grants it to us, it is only through our labour, our skill and preparation.” quote by Paracelsus
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“For it is we who must pray for our daily bread, and if He grants it to us, it is only through our labour, our skill and preparation.”

Paracelsus

About This Quote

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

Divine provision requires human effort; blessings are earned through skill and preparation.

In simple terms: God gives, but we must work for it.

Key Takeaway

Combine faith with diligent preparation.

Themes

faith work self‑reliance

Mood

reflective practical

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • agriculture
  • business
  • personal finance
  • craftsmanship

Key Concepts

theology economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance prayer and preparation?
  • What skills enhance your daily sustenance?
A Different Perspective

Overreliance on faith may neglect practical action.

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