Prayer Quote by C.S. Lewis
““God,’ said Pascal, ‘instituted prayer in order to lend to His creatures the dignity of causality.’ But not only prayer; whenever we act at all He lends us that dignity.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis, 1940
Prayer gives humans a sense of agency and responsibility, linking divine purpose with personal action.
In simple terms: Prayer grants dignity of cause.
Key Takeaway
Recognize your role in shaping outcomes.
Themes
faith
responsibility
agency
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal decisionmaking
- spiritual practice
- ethical leadership
Key Concepts
theology
free will
human dignity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging causality affect your daily choices?
- Can you act responsibly without divine guidance?
A Different Perspective
Prayer alone cannot solve systemic injustice.
