Certain Quote by Thomas Merton
“In meditative prayer, one thinks and speaks not only with the mind and lips, but in a certain sense with one's whole being... All good meditative prayer is a conversation of our entire self to God.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Seven Storey Mountain by Thomas Merton, 1948
Meditative prayer engages mind, speech, and whole being in a dialogue with the divine.
In simple terms: Prayer involves whole self, not just thoughts or words.
Key Takeaway
Engage whole self in prayer.
Themes
spirituality
mindfulness
connection
Mood
peaceful
contemplative
Type
reflective
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- quiet contemplation
- seeking guidance
Key Concepts
holistic prayer
divine dialogue
Questions to Reflect On
- How does whole‑self awareness change your prayer experience?
- What barriers prevent you from fully engaging?
A Different Perspective
Prayer may feel abstract without tangible outcomes.
