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“Let him never cease from prayer, who has once begun to pray, even though his life is ever so bad. For prayer is the only way to amend one's life and without prayer it will never be mended. Let him not be tempted of the devil, as I was, to give up prayer on account of one's unworthiness. Let such a…” quote by Teresa of Avila
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“Let him never cease from prayer, who has once begun to pray, even though his life is ever so bad. For prayer is the only way to amend one's life and without prayer it will never be mended. Let him not be tempted of the devil, as I was, to give up prayer on account of one's unworthiness. Let such a one rather believe that if he will only repent and pray, our Lord will still hear and answer.”

Teresa of Avila

About This Quote

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

Persistent prayer is essential for spiritual healing, even when life feels hopeless.

In simple terms: Prayer heals the soul.

Key Takeaway

Maintain a regular prayer practice.

Themes

faith repentance spiritual healing

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • illness
  • loss
  • temptation

Key Concepts

mysticism divine mercy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does prayer affect your inner peace?
  • What obstacles hinder your prayer life?
A Different Perspective

Prayer alone may not change external circumstances.

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