Lack of understanding Quote by Julian of Norwich
![“And in that time the custom of our praying was brought to mind: how we use for lack of understanding and knowing of Love, to take many means [whereby to beseech Him]. Then saw I truly that it is more worship to God, and more very delight, that we faithfully pray to Himself of His Goodness and…” quote by Julian of Norwich](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a67/julian-of-norwich-4876_lack-of-understandin_and-in-that-time-the-custom-of-our-prayi_1587113.jpg)
““And in that time the custom of our praying was brought to mind: how we use for lack of understanding and knowing of Love, to take many means [whereby to beseech Him]. Then saw I truly that it is more worship to God, and more very delight, that we faithfully pray to Himself of His Goodness and cleave thereunto by His Grace, with true understanding, and steadfast by love, than if we took all the means that heart can think. For if we took all these means, it is too little, and not full worship to God: but in His Goodness is all the whole, and there faileth right nought.””
About This Quote
Source Mystical Text: Revelations of Divine Love, 14th century
True worship is found in sincere, loving prayer to God’s goodness rather than in elaborate rituals or many external methods.
In simple terms: Loveful prayer is better than many rituals.
Key Takeaway
Seek heartfelt prayer over complex practices.
Themes
spirituality
faith
worship
humility
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
mystical
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church services
- spiritual counseling
- daily meditation
Key Concepts
divine love
inner devotion
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does sincere prayer change your relationship with the divine?
- What rituals might you simplify to focus on love?
A Different Perspective
Complex rituals can become empty if lacking genuine devotion.
