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“For me, prayer is an upward leap of the heart, an untroubled glance towards heaven, a cry of gratitude and love which I utter from the depths of sorrow as well as from the heights of joy.” quote by Therese of Lisieux
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“For me, prayer is an upward leap of the heart, an untroubled glance towards heaven, a cry of gratitude and love which I utter from the depths of sorrow as well as from the heights of joy.”

Therese of Lisieux

About This Quote

Source Letter: Correspondence of Saint Therese of Lisieux, early 20th century

Prayer is described as a heartfelt leap toward heaven, expressing gratitude and love from both sorrow and joy, emphasizing emotional honesty and connection with the divine.

In simple terms: Prayer is an emotional, upward leap toward God.

Key Takeaway

Embrace prayer in all emotions, not just joy.

Themes

faith prayer emotional honesty

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

devotional philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • joyful moments
  • grief
  • daily devotion

Key Concepts

spirituality theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does gratitude change sorrow?
  • Can prayer be a tool for emotional balance?
A Different Perspective

May overlook practical actions in favor of feeling.

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