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Christian Quote by William Law

“They, therefore, who are hasty in their devotions and think a little will do, are strangers both to the nature of devotion and the nature of man; they do not know that they are to learn to pray, and that prayer is to be learnt as they learn other things, by frequency, constancy, and perseverance.” quote by William Law
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“They, therefore, who are hasty in their devotions and think a little will do, are strangers both to the nature of devotion and the nature of man; they do not know that they are to learn to pray, and that prayer is to be learnt as they learn other things, by frequency, constancy, and perseverance.”

William Law

About This Quote

Source Treatise: The Spirit of Prayer, William Law, 1725

True devotion demands regular, persistent prayer, not fleeting effort, to align with human nature.

In simple terms: Consistent prayer builds deep devotion.

Key Takeaway

Practice steady, frequent prayer.

Themes

spirituality devotion discipline

Mood

reflective serene

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily meditation
  • church services
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

prayer faith perseverance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can one keep prayer meaningful?
  • What role does community play in sustaining devotion?
A Different Perspective

Prayer can feel mechanical without heartfelt intent.

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