God Quote by Archibald Gracie
““He first made inquiry as to the religion of each of us and found Episcopalians, Roman Catholics and Presbyterians. The suggestion that we should say the Lord's Prayer together met with instant approval, and our voices with one accord burst forth in repeating that great appeal to the Creator and Preserver of all mankind, and the only prayer that everyone of us knew and could unite in, thereby manifesting that we were all sons of God and brothers to each other whatever our sphere in life or creed might be.””
About This Quote
Source Letter: 19th‑century correspondence, 1850
Uniting people of diverse faiths through a common prayer fosters shared identity and solidarity.
In simple terms: Common prayer unites different religions.
Key Takeaway
Use shared rituals to build community.
Themes
faith
unity
community
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- multicultural events
- interfaith services
Key Concepts
interfaith dialogue
shared rituals
social cohesion
Questions to Reflect On
- Can inclusivity be achieved without religious language?
- What alternatives foster similar unity?
A Different Perspective
Common prayer may exclude non‑theistic participants.
