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“Well, see, I think it's that most people don't like that lonely feeling. People don't like looking up and feeling small or lost. That's what I think prayer is all about. It doesn't matter which stories they believe in, they're all doing the same thing, kind of casting a line out to outer space…” quote by Craig Silvey
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“Well, see, I think it's that most people don't like that lonely feeling. People don't like looking up and feeling small or lost. That's what I think prayer is all about. It doesn't matter which stories they believe in, they're all doing the same thing, kind of casting a line out to outer space, like there's something out there to connect to. It's like people make themselves part of something bigger that way, and maybe it makes them less afraid.”

Craig Silvey

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Book of Other Days by Craig Silvey, 2015

Prayer is a way to feel connected to something larger, easing loneliness and fear of insignificance.

In simple terms: Prayer helps feel part of something bigger, reducing fear.

Key Takeaway

Seek connection beyond yourself.

Themes

loneliness spirituality fear connection meaning

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • meditation
  • group worship
  • creative expression

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology ritual

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you experience connection in daily life?
  • What larger purpose can you identify?
A Different Perspective

May not replace practical action or personal responsibility.

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