Christ asked how his great works of healing had been wrought; and he answered, This kind can come forth by nothing but by prayer and fasting. To show how the great healers and helpers of the world have prayed, has been my aim in compiling this volume. It may seem contradictory to omit from such a work those noble Hebrew Prayers with which theS criptures abound, and that central Prayer of the Church, the liturgy which has come down from Apostolic times ;but they are already to be found in every home ;and wishing to make a useful rather than a curious book, I have abandoned my original purpose of giving these with their changes, as used in different times and by different churches. From Miiller sS anscrit Literature, from Bright scollection of Ancient Collects, from the Visitatio I nfirmorum, the Confessions of St.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a unique collection of prayers from across history and diverse cultures. The author has compiled a treasury of spiritual expressions, providing a glimpse into the intimate communion with God that individuals, from ancient philosophers to religious leaders, have experienced. The book spans centuries and continents, exploring the universality of prayer through examples from ancient Greece, Hinduism, and Islam, alongside the rich traditions of the Christian world. It delves into the practical aspects of prayer, offering guidance on how to approach it, from the simple act of talking to God to the deeper experiences of self-renunciation and spiritual awakening. The author carefully explores the evolution of prayer across cultures and time periods, showcasing how individuals have sought and found meaning through heartfelt conversations with the divine. Ultimately, the book offers a powerful testament to the enduring relevance of prayer as a universal human experience and a means of connecting with something larger than ourselves. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330347829_0
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