Command Quote by Francois Fenelon
“Even if no command to pray had existed, our very weakness would have suggested it.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: De la prière, 1600
Even without a formal command, human frailty naturally inclines people toward prayer, suggesting an innate spiritual impulse.
In simple terms: People naturally turn to prayer because of weakness.
Key Takeaway
Recognize innate spiritual tendencies.
Themes
spirituality
human nature
prayer
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- religious practice
- counseling
Key Concepts
Theology
psychology
human frailty
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do some resist prayer despite weakness?
- How does culture affect spiritual inclinations?
A Different Perspective
Not all may feel this impulse.
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