--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: If He prayed who was without sin, how…" description: "\"If He prayed who was without sin, how much more it becometh a sinner to pray!\" — Cyprian" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a88/cyprian-16127_ifs_if-he-prayed-who-was-without-sin-how-muc_1227735.jpg" --- # If He prayed who was without sin, how much more it… ![“If He prayed who was without sin, how much more it becometh a sinner to pray!” quote by Cyprian](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a88/cyprian-16127_ifs_if-he-prayed-who-was-without-sin-how-muc_1227735.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a88/cyprian-16127_ifs_if-he-prayed-who-was-without-sin-how-muc_1227735.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a88/cyprian-16127_ifs_if-he-prayed-who-was-without-sin-how-muc_1227735.jpg) > “If He prayed who was without sin, how much more it becometh a sinner to pray!” [Cyprian](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/cyprian/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. If God is sinless, it is even more sinful for sinners to pray. **In simple terms:** Sinful people praying is worse than God’s purity. Key Takeaway Seek humility before praying. Themes theology morality humility Mood somber thoughtful Type theological ethical When to use this quote - personal prayer - confessional counseling - ethical teaching Key Concepts sin prayer divine nature Questions to Reflect On - What does humility mean in prayer? - How can sinners approach God responsibly? 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