Family Quote by Shashi Tharoor
““How do I pray? Not in any organized form, really; I go to temples sometimes with my family, but they leave me cold. I think of prayer as something intensely personal, a way of reaching my hands out towards my maker. I recite some mantras my parents taught me as a child; there is something reassuring about those ancient words, hallowed by use and repetition over thousands of years.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Hindu, 2018
Prayer is a personal, non‑institutional practice that feels authentic when rooted in family tradition.
In simple terms: Prayer is personal, not organized.
Key Takeaway
Find a personal way to connect spiritually.
Themes
spirituality
personal practice
tradition
Mood
contemplative
intimate
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- personal meditation
- quiet reflection
- cultural rituals
Key Concepts
Mantras
family heritage
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal rituals give you comfort?
- How do you integrate tradition with personal belief?
A Different Perspective
Personal prayer may lack communal support.
