Ambrose Bierce Quote - Pray: To ask the laws of the universe to be annulled on behalf of a single petitioner confessedly unworthy.

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Pray: To ask the laws of the universe to be annulled on behalf of a single petitioner confessedly unworthy.

"Pray: To ask the laws of the universe to be annulled on behalf of a single petitioner confessedly unworthy."

— Ambrose Bierce

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Author: Ambrose Bierce
Category: Confession
Tags: Confession Law Prayer Skeptical Universe

Meaning of this quote

The definition satirizes prayer as requesting a private exception to universal laws.

Key takeaway: Distinguish spiritual practice from guaranteed control over events.

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Attributed author: Ambrose Bierce

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