Quote by Sir William Temple

When I pray, coincidences happen, and when I don't, they don't.

When I pray, coincidences happen, and when I don't, they don

Summary

This quote implies a belief that prayer has a tangible effect on everyday occurrences. It suggests that praying aligns one's thoughts and intentions with a higher power, resulting in a higher frequency of seemingly meaningful coincidences. Without prayer, these instances of coincidences are less likely to happen. In essence, the quote expresses a personal belief in the power of prayer to influence and manifest serendipitous events in one's life.

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Prayer

By Sir William Temple

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