Evening Quote by Kenneth Patchen
““This is the evening of the two-fisted prayer””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Evening Prayer, Kenneth Patchen, 1942
The evening is framed as a vigorous, two‑handed prayer, suggesting a powerful, active communion.
In simple terms: Evening prayer is strong and active.
Engage fully in evening reflection.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- evening meditation
- community worship
- personal prayer
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “two‑fisted” imply about prayer?
- How can prayer be more active?