Bearable Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“Prayer can come in only when fasting has done its work. It can make fasting easy and bearable.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: On Fasting and Prayer, Mahatma Gandhi, 1930
Fasting prepares the spirit, making prayer more sincere and bearable.
In simple terms: Fasting helps prayer be easier.
Key Takeaway
Use fasting to deepen spiritual practice.
Themes
spirituality
discipline
faith
self‑control
Mood
peaceful
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- religious observance
- health detox
- mental clarity
Key Concepts
sacrifice
inner strength
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance physical health with spiritual goals?
- What alternative practices can support prayer?
A Different Perspective
Fasting may be physically demanding and not suitable for everyone.
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