The Secret of Prayer
The poem explores the idea that prayer is a powerful tool for connecting with a higher power and achieving personal growth. It suggests that prayer can bring comfort, peace, and guidance to those who practice it sincerely. The speaker describes the benefits of prayer, including the ability to overcome fear, find solace in times of sorrow, and cultivate a sense of inner strength.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1909 · Genre: Spirituality, Poetry, Inspirational · 211 words
First lines
For he who climbs to say his prayer Meets half way the descending Grace.
ELSA BARKER, in _British Review_.
This is the secret of all prayers That in God's sight have worth, They must be uttered from the stairs That wind away from earth; And he who mounts to speak the word, He shall be heard. He shall be heard.
And he who will not leave himself, But stays down with his cares, Or with his thoughts of pride and pelf, Though loud and long his prayers, Beyond earth's dome of arching skies They shall not rise. They shall not rise.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1909 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Spirituality, Poetry, Inspirational, Religious
- Length: 211 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Spirituality — The text focuses on the nature and efficacy of prayer, emphasizing spiritual growth and connection with the divine.
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing poetic devices and structure to convey its message.
- Inspirational — The themes encourage personal reflection and spiritual development, aiming to inspire and uplift the reader.
- Religious — The content revolves around religious practices and beliefs, particularly the act of prayer and its significance.
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Spirituality · Prayer · Faith · Inspiration · Motivation · Personal Growth · Self-Help · Religion · Philosophy · Mindfulness · Inner Peace · Christianity