Prayer Quote by Barry Pain
““Perhaps the prayer that is offered when the time for praying is over is more terribly pathetic than any other. Yet one might hesitate to say that this prayer was unanswered. ("The Undying Thing")””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: "The Undying Thing", 1915
When prayer ends, its unanswered nature may seem tragic, yet the act of praying itself holds intrinsic value beyond outcomes.
In simple terms: Prayer's value lies beyond answers.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaning in the act of prayer.
Themes
faith
existential doubt
meaning
Mood
melancholic
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- religious contemplation
- rituals
Key Concepts
spiritual practice
human yearning
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we continue to pray despite uncertainty?
- What personal meaning can you find in ritual?
A Different Perspective
Some view prayer as ineffective without answers.
