Body Quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
“True prayer is done in secret, but this does not rule out the fellowship of prayer altogether, however clearly we may be aware of its dangers. In the last resort it is immaterial whether we pray in the open street or in the secrecy of our chambers, whether briefly or lenghtily, in the Litany of the Church, or with the sigh of one who knows not what he should pray for. True prayer does not depend either on the individual or the whole body of the faithful, but solely upon the knowledge that our Heavenly Father knows our needs.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Cost of Discipleship, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, 1948
Prayer’s value lies in sincerity and reliance on God, not in public display or length.
In simple terms: True prayer is private and sincere.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine communion with God.
Themes
faith
prayer
authenticity
humility
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
spiritual
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- private worship
- church services
- confessional practice
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual discipline
dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does secrecy affect the depth of your prayer?
- What risks arise when prayer is performed for show?
A Different Perspective
Public rituals may become hollow without inner conviction.
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