Quote by Ambrose Bierce

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

Pray, v.: To ask that the laws of the universe be annulled o

Summary

This quote humorously defines prayer as the act of requesting for the laws of the universe to be altered for the benefit of an individual, even if that person admits they are undeserving. It suggests that prayer is a plea for special treatment or exceptions from the natural order of things, highlighting the irony in hoping for an exception to a rule that is universally binding.

By Ambrose Bierce

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