Prayer Quote by Anonymous
““Hear the right, O Lord.” And, at all times, it is a great blessing when a supplicant can say to God, “Give ear unto my prayer, that goes not out of deceitful lips.” It must be a dreadful thing to pray with lips that do not speak the truth! When men’s thoughts are far away from their prayers, and they are muttering pious words but their heart is absent, what a mockery it must be in the sight of God! A dead prayer—who will claim it? Beware of dead prayers. You may dress them up as finely as you like, but, if there is no life in them, what good are they?””
About This Quote
Source Religious text excerpt, modern devotional writing
Prayers lacking sincerity are empty; true prayer requires heartfelt honesty, not merely formal words.
In simple terms: Insincere prayers are ineffective.
Key Takeaway
Speak truthfully from the heart.
Themes
faith
authenticity
prayer
morality
integrity
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal worship
- community gatherings
- spiritual counseling
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
spiritual honesty
intentionality
religious practice
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to pray authentically?
- How can we ensure our actions match our spoken intentions?
A Different Perspective
Even sincere words can become ritualistic without inner conviction.
