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Able Quote by Mother Teresa

“Everything starts from prayer. Without asking God for love, we cannot possess love and still less are we able to give it to others. Just as people today are speaking so much about the poor but they do not know or talk to the poor, we too cannot talk so much about prayer and yet not know how to pray.” quote by Mother Teresa
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“Everything starts from prayer. Without asking God for love, we cannot possess love and still less are we able to give it to others. Just as people today are speaking so much about the poor but they do not know or talk to the poor, we too cannot talk so much about prayer and yet not know how to pray.”

Mother Teresa

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public address, Mother Teresa, 1970s

Love and prayer are interdependent; without seeking divine love, one cannot truly give or receive love.

In simple terms: Prayer and love are linked.

Key Takeaway

Seek divine love before giving love.

Themes

faith love prayer compassion

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational spiritual

When to use this quote

  • charitable work
  • personal reflection
  • community service
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

spirituality interdependence selflessness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your prayer shape your ability to love?
  • What does love mean to you beyond feeling?
A Different Perspective

Prayer without understanding can become empty ritual.

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