Constant Quote by Thomas Merton
“It's a risky thing to pray and the danger is that our very prayers get between God and us. The great thing in prayer is not to pray, but to go directly to God. . . . The fact is, though, that if you descend into the depths of your own spirit and arrive somewhere near the center of what you are, you are confronted with the inescapable truth that, at the very root of your existence, you are in constant and immediate contact with the infinite power of God.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sign of the Cross, 1972
Prayer can become a barrier when it replaces direct communion with God; true connection arises from inner silence and openness.
In simple terms: Prayer can block God; silence connects.
Key Takeaway
Seek inner silence for direct divine contact.
Themes
spirituality
prayer
inner silence
divine connection
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- spiritual retreat
- contemplative practice
- faith counseling
Key Concepts
theology
mysticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents prayer from becoming a barrier?
- How does silence foster divine awareness?
A Different Perspective
Risk of ritualism replacing authentic experience.
