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Heavens Quote by Leo Tolstoy

“Pray only thus: Our Father, without beginning and without end, like the heavens! May Thy being alone be holy. May power be Thine alone, so that Thy will may be done, without beginning and without end, on earth. Give me the food of life this present day. Efface my former mistakes and wipe them out…” quote by Leo Tolstoy
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““Pray only thus: Our Father, without beginning and without end, like the heavens! May Thy being alone be holy. May power be Thine alone, so that Thy will may be done, without beginning and without end, on earth. Give me the food of life this present day. Efface my former mistakes and wipe them out, as I efface and wipe out all the mistakes my brothers have made; that I may not fall into temptation, but be saved from evil. For the power and strength are Thine, and the decision is Thine.””

Leo Tolstoy

About This Quote

Source Prayer: Christian Prayer, attributed to Leo Tolstoy, 19th century

A plea for divine guidance, holiness, and protection from sin, seeking daily sustenance and forgiveness of personal and communal errors.

In simple terms: Ask God for help, holiness, and forgiveness each day.

Key Takeaway

Seek daily spiritual nourishment and forgiveness.

Themes

faith humility forgiveness spirituality

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

prayer spiritual reflective

When to use this quote

  • daily prayer
  • confession
  • seeking guidance
  • community support

Key Concepts

divine will temptation redemption

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does daily prayer shape your moral choices?
  • What role does forgiveness play in your life?
A Different Perspective

May not address specific theological doctrines, limiting universal applicability.

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