Come Quote by Basil Hume
“It is not because we are drawn to prayer that we first begin to pray; more often, we have to begin prayer, and then the taste and the desire for it come.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Art of Prayer, Basil Hume, 1978
Prayer often begins as a duty, but through practice it cultivates genuine desire and enjoyment.
In simple terms: Practice creates desire for prayer.
Key Takeaway
Start praying to develop a love for it.
Themes
spiritual practice
habit formation
faith
desire
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
religious
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily prayer routines
- spiritual retreats
- guided meditation
- faith education
Key Concepts
ritual discipline
inner transformation
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What small steps can make prayer feel natural?
- How does habit influence spiritual longing?
A Different Perspective
Forced practice may feel inauthentic.
