Power of prayers
prayers form a significant part of religious practices across faiths, worldwide. They are not considered mere rituals. Prayers are poetic expressions of devotion as can be seen in the Upanishads, Ramayan, Mahabharat, Puranas and many other scriptures.
In the Bhagwad Gita chapter on Yog of Knowledge and Wisdom, seekers are classified into four categories, revealing multiple reasons for turning to prayers, such as distress, material desires, curiosity and the quest for genuine wisdom.
Yet, it is essential to discern that prayers are a means to an end, not the culmination of one's journey. Effort is the silent companion that transforms the latent power of prayers into tangible outcomes. As the petals of devotion unfurl, the soul embarks on a journey beyond the immediate, seeking connection beyond the physical realm.
Prayer is a transformative journey where the boundaries of anxieties dissolve, and a profound sense of belonging takes root. As Rumi says, 'Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I'll meet you there.' Prayer then becomes the ethereal invitation to that boundless field, where bliss pervades, transcending the dualities of life — right and wrong, sadness and joy. And here lies the true power of prayers.
