Asks Quote by Jeremy Taylor
“The body of our prayer is the sum of our duty; and as we must ask of God whatsoever we need, so we must watch and labor for all that we ask.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Duty of Prayer, 1650
Prayer combines duty and desire, requiring active effort.
In simple terms: Prayer is both duty and request.
Key Takeaway
Pray actively.
Themes
faith
duty
prayer
Mood
contemplative
devout
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- community worship
- ethical living
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How does duty shape prayer?
- What does active prayer look like?
A Different Perspective
May feel transactional.
