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“Lord of Lords, grant us the good whether we pray for it or not, but evil keep from us, even though we pray for it.” quote by Plato
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“Lord of Lords, grant us the good whether we pray for it or not, but evil keep from us, even though we pray for it.”

Plato

About This Quote

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

Prayer should seek protection from evil regardless of desire, acknowledging that divine will may differ from human wishes.

In simple terms: Ask for protection from evil even if we want it.

Key Takeaway

Recognize limits of control over outcomes.

Themes

faith humility divine will

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • ethical decisions
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

theodicy prayer moral agency

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do we trust divine wisdom over our own?
  • How do we reconcile prayer with suffering?
A Different Perspective

Assuming a benevolent deity may not align with all beliefs.

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