Quote by Woodrow Wilson

In the Lords prayer, the first petition is for daily bread; no one can worship God, or love his neighbor on an empty stomach.

In the Lords prayer, the first petition is for daily bread;

Summary

This quote emphasizes the foundational importance of basic sustenance in the practice of faith and compassion towards others. It suggests that without having our most fundamental needs met, it becomes difficult to engage in acts of worship or display love and care for others. The inclusion of the petition for "daily bread" in the Lord's Prayer highlights the significance of physical nourishment as a prerequisite for spiritual connectivity and fulfilling our responsibilities towards our fellow human beings.

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