Lo! all life this truth declares, Laborare est orare; And the whole earth rings with prayers.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The Latin phrase means to work is to pray, suggesting that daily labor is a form of spiritual devotion.
- In plain terms
- Working hard is a way of praying.
- What can you take from it?
- Find spiritual meaning in your daily work.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can work be spiritual?
- How do you honor your labor?
Another view
Not all labor feels meaningful or prayer-like to everyone.
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