God Quote by Abraham Joshua Heschel
“The issue of prayer is not prayer; the issue of prayer is God.”
About This Quote
Source Book: God in Search of Man by Abraham Joshua Heschel, 1955
Prayer is a means to connect with the divine, not an end in itself.
In simple terms: Prayer focuses on God, not the act.
Key Takeaway
Seek God, not ritual.
Themes
spirituality
faith
relationship
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal worship
- community services
- interfaith dialogue
- religious education
Key Concepts
theology
intentionality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your prayer reflect your relationship with the divine?
- What does prayer mean beyond the words?
A Different Perspective
May become ritualistic without genuine intent.
