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prayer

/pɹɛə(ɹ)/

Meanings

Noun
An act of communicating with God or a god, typically as an expression of worship or supplication.
- "She took a moment to pray before eating."
- "We all gathered around the table for grace, and then we prayed."

Noun
A solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to a god or the gods.
- "He sent up a prayer for her safe return."
- "We will offer a prayer for the victims of the tragedy."

Pronunciation

/pɹɛɚ/

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/ˈpɹeɪə(ɹ)/

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Synonyms

bead , orison , precation

Rhymes

Words rhyming with prayer
nayer , prayer , stayer , surveyor

Variants

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prayer , prayers , prayer beads , prayer book , prayer books , prayer meeting , prayer meetings , prayer service , prayer plant , prayer plants , prayer rug , prayer rugs , prayer scarf , prayer shawl , prayer shawls , prayer wheel , prayer wheels , prayer mat

Etymology

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From Old French 'preier' meaning 'to ask' or 'to supplicate'.

Trivia

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The Lord's Prayer, a central prayer in Christianity, contains six petitions and is found in the New Testament of the Bible.
In Islam, prayer (Salah) is one of the Five Pillars of Faith and is performed five times a day.
In Hinduism, prayer takes many forms, including the recitation of mantras, the offering of food to the gods, and the performance of rituals.

Related Concepts

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Meditation: Both prayer and meditation involve focusing the mind and seeking spiritual connection, but they differ in their specific practices and goals.
Supplication: Supplication is a type of prayer in which one asks for something specific, often with a sense of urgency or desperation.

Culture

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In various cultures and religions, prayer is an essential aspect of spiritual life. It can be performed individually or in groups, and can take many forms, such as silent contemplation, spoken supplication, or ritualistic practices. Prayer is often used as a means of seeking guidance, expressing gratitude, or asking for help or protection.

How to Memorize "prayer"

visualize

- Visualize yourself in a quiet, peaceful place, such as a garden or a church.
- Imagine yourself speaking to God or a higher power, expressing your thoughts and feelings.
- Visualize the sensation of peace and comfort that comes from this connection.
associate

- Associate the words of a prayer with specific images or memories.
- Link each line of a prayer to a personal experience or emotion.
- Connect the act of praying to a sense of calm and peace.
mnemonics

- Use acronyms or mnemonic devices to help remember the words of a prayer.
- Create a mental image or story to help remember the order of the lines in a prayer.
- Repeat the prayer out loud or to yourself to reinforce your memory.

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