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	Jesus Prayer -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The prayer is most reflective of the lesson taught by the parable of the Publican and the Pharisee; in which the Pharisee demonstrates the improper way to pray by exclaiming, “Thank you Lord that I am not like the Publican”.
		Monastics often have long sessions praying this prayer many hundreds of times each night as part of their discipline, and through the guidance of an elder, its practitioner’s ultimate goal is to "internalize" the prayer, so that one is praying unceasingly there-by accomplishing Saint Paul's exhortation to the Thessalonians to "pray without ceasing".
		This is a common version of the Jesus Prayer used by (The Christian Church based in the Vatican and presided over by a pope and an episcopal hierarchy) Roman Catholics.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/j/je/jesus_prayer.htm (529 words)

	Encyclopedia: Jesus Prayer
		In the Eastern tradition the prayer is said or prayed repeatedly, often with the aid of a chotki (or prayer rope), somewhat resembling a rosary.
		A prayer rope is a loop made up of knots, usually made of wool, that is used by Eastern Orthodox Christians to count the number of times they have prayed the Jesus Prayer: Lord Jesus Christ, son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.
		Prayer is an effort to communicate with God, or to some deity or deities, or another form of spiritual entity, or otherwise, either to offer praise, to make a request, or simply to express ones thoughts and emotions.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Jesus-Prayer (962 words)

	Father Demetrios Serfes - Spiritual Nourishment For The Soul
		The prayer rope was first made by monastics of the Church and the laity of the church then adopted the use of the prayer rope as well.
		We continue the prayer first with the lips, in a low whisper, and with the mind say the prayer, after much struggle with the prayer, the prayer enters the heart, one now has the prayer of the heart.
		Once we have the prayer of the heart, suddenly with all the presures of the day, one may be working, or doing something around the house, and the heart says the prayer all by itself, without you asking it to do so...this in itself is true union with our God.
	www.serfes.org /spiritual/original.htm (361 words)

	The Christian Scriptures and public prayer
		Jesus is recorded as performing a miracle, by feeding a crowd which probably totaled 15,000 adults and children with only 5 loaves and two fish.
		Jesus is here commenting on the practices of two observant Jews, praying in the temple, as would have been their custom.
		These included prayer, ritual killing of animals, the making of grain offerings, a yearly transfer of sin from the community to a scapegoat, etc. These were the Jewish practices at the time.
	www.religioustolerance.org /prayer.htm (1936 words)

	Jesus Prayer
		I have often read the Jesus Prayer in prayer books and heard it in church, but my attention was drawn to it first some years ago in Rumania.
		The Prayer is held to be so outstandingly spiritual because it is focused wholly on Jesus: all thoughts, striving, hope, faith and love are outpoured in devotion to God the Son.
		Prayer has always been of very real importance to me, and the habit formed in early childhood of morning and evening prayer has never left me; but in the practice of the Jesus Prayer I am but a beginner.
	www.concentric.net /~Cosmas/jesus_prayer.htm (2051 words)

	Jesus Prayer Area on Monachos.net
		Prayer is a divine dialogue between humanity and its Creator, in which the Maker of All hears the voice of that which His hands have formed, and responds in loving compassion to that voice.
		On the Jesus Prayer, by Princess Ileana of Romania.
		An overview of the Jesus Prayer by Fr Steven Tsichlis.
	www.monachos.net /monasticism/jesus_prayer.shtml (976 words)

	The Jesus Prayer
		This is the general rule for practicing the Jesus Prayer, derived from the Sacred Scriptures and the works of the Holy Fathers, and from certain conversations with genuine men of prayer.
		The vocal Jesus Prayer gradually awakens the soul from the deep moral slumber into which grief and spiritual despair are wont to thrust it.
		The method of prayer propounded by St. John of the Ladder should be adhered to even when one is practicing the method which was explained by the divine St. Nilus of Sora, in the second homily of his monastic constitution.
	www.balamandmonastery.org.lb /jesus_prayer.htm (2157 words)

	Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner
		The prayer is profoundly rooted in the spirit of the gospel, and it is not in vain that the great teachers of Orthodoxy have always insisted on the fact that the Jesus Prayer sums up the whole of the gospel.
		The Jesus Prayer is known to innumerable Orthodox, either as a rule of prayer or in addition to it, as a form of devotion, a short focal point that can be used at any moment, whatever the situation.
		The use of the prayer is dual, it is an act of worship as is every prayer, and on the ascetical level, it is a focus that allows us to keep our attention still in the presence of God.
	home.it.net.au /~jgrapsas/pages/Jprayer.html (1086 words)

	The Orthodox Rosary (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		As a help in reciting this prayer many Orthodox use a rosary, differing somewhat in structure from the western rosary; an Orthodox rosary is often made of wool, so that unlike a string of beads it makes no noise.
		It is a prayer for beginners, but equally a prayer that leads to the deepest mysteries of the contemplative life.
		For some there comes a time when the Jesus Prayer ‘enters into the heart,’ so that it is no longer recited by a deliberate effort, but recites itself spontaneously, continuing even when a man talks or writes, present in his dreams, waking him up in the morning.
	www.tlig.org /rosaryorth.html (698 words)

	Jesus Prayer
		Prayer is then not merely a part of life which we can conveniently lay aside if something we deem more important comes up; prayer is all of life.
		Though there are both longer and shorter versions, the most frequently used form of the Jesus Prayer is: "Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner." This prayer, in its simplicity and clarity, is rooted in the Scriptures and the new life granted by the Holy Spirit.
		Such prayer, which is a gift of the Spirit, is to return to the Father as did the prodigal son (Luke 15: 32).
	www.yalchicago.org /Jesus_Prayer.html (1353 words)

	The Jesus Prayer
		Such prayer, which is a gift of the Spirit, is to return to the Father as did the prodigal son (Luke 15:32).
		The purpose of this pamphlet is merely to introduce the practice of the Jesus Prayer.
		The Jesus Prayer cannot be separated from the sacramental life of the Church and asceticism.
	www.goarch.org /en/ourfaith/articles/article7104.asp (1474 words)

	Prayer without Ceasing
		It has been granted to you to understand that the heavenly light of unceasing interior prayer is attained neither by the wisdom of this world, nor by the mere outward desire for knowledge, but that on the contrary it is found in poverty of spirit and in active experience in simplicity of heart.
		Without prayer he cannot find the way to the Lord, he cannot understand the truth, he cannot crucify the flesh with its passions and lusts, his heart cannot be enlightened with the light of Christ...
		It is a condition which is impossible to describe, and the discovery of this mystery of prayer is a foretaste on earth of the bliss of Heaven.
	landru.i-link-2.net /shnyves/Prayer_without_Ceasing.html (3212 words)

	The Jesus Prayer
		Simply repeat the words "Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on me" a few hundred times a day, the monk tells the Pilgrim, and you shall be well on the way to achieving this seemingly-impossible task, with inner peace and unconditional love for all as added benefits.
		Since the Jesus Prayer originated in Greek monasteries, and was intoned by the Pilgrim in either Russian or Old Church Slavonic, it's probable that those tongues may even more euphoniously massage the words into one's voice and thoughts.
		The repetition of the Jesus Prayer, focusing the center of one's consciousness on the Passion and Mystery that has enraptured over a billion human beings for twenty centuries, initiates a mental and spiritual alchemy that transforms leaden language into a golden flame of gnosis.
	pw1.netcom.com /~mikalm/jesuspry.htm (1852 words)

	Toyohiko Kagawa: Jesus and Prayer (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		It may be to advantage therefore to study the psychology of the prayers of Jesus and to learn where the religion of prayer takes its standpoint, and whether prayer is superstitious or not.
		Jesus Christ for that reason did not teach a form of prayer, but in compliance with the request of the disciples He showed them a model prayer.
		Jesus prayed all through the night in the Garden of Gethsemane, when He was to be crucified the next day.
	www.abcog.org /kagawa3.htm (4224 words)

	Prayer - The Lord's Prayer
		Jesus teaches that we have a filial relationship with God; God sees us as if we were a daughter or a son.
		This petition of the Lord's Prayer is a demanding one.
		It is also a prayer that offers the grace of Jesus: his reverence for God, his childlike confidence in his Father, and his power to go bravely through life no matter what comes.
	www.cptryon.org /prayer/teach.html (614 words)

	Prayer -Jesus Prayed
		Even that last rending cry was a heartfelt prayer to God, issuing from the depths of his being and summing up what could not said.
		Jesus prayed with an unwavering faith in his heavenly Father, a faith that lasted till his death.
		Thirdly, prayer should be steady and persevering as his prayer was, even when no answer comes or when no relief is in sight.
	www.cptryon.org /prayer/jesupray.html (620 words)

	The Teachings Of Father Agapit On The Jesus Prayer
		This prayer is known as the "Jesus Prayer", or the "Prayer of the Heart".
		The Jesus Prayer must be done with free will of the individual, and done with the need to spiritually have constant prayer with our Lord God, and that is to say to have unceasing prayer, which in itself has benefit for the soul, and brings it inner peace.
		For one who loves prayer it is essential to have this spirit and he must, as much as possible, with constant heartfelt attention, place his own understanding beneath God's understanding, and humbly and reverently submit himself to Him.
	www.serfes.org /lives/fatheragapit.htm (1967 words)

	Awaken to prayer: how to pray as a Catholic
		In the recent document Dominus Jesus the vatican said: "The Churches which, while not existing in perfect communion with the Catholic Church, remain united to her by means of the closest bonds, that is, by apostolic succession and a valid Eucharist, are true particular Churches.
		Jesus indeed uses the sensory image of the WIND to suggest to Nicodemus the transcendent newness of him who is personally God's breath, the divine SPIRIT.
		If our prayer fits within God's objectives, will accomplish good, and is in line with what he has promised, then we should trust Him.) For stories on the power and action of God, see Walking on Water from the Resurrection House of Prayer.
	landru.i-link-2.net /shnyves/prayer.html (8907 words)

	PRAYER (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The other evangelists say that Jesus was in the Jordan and the Spirit descended on Him as a dove - Luke says it was while He was praying that the Spirit descended on Him.
		Your prayer life denotes how much you depend on your own ability, and how much you really believe in your heart when you sing, "Nothing in my hands I bring, simply to Thy cross I cling...." The more self- confidence you have, the less you pray.
		Paul, with his background and intellect, depended on prayer because he said he was weak.
	www.ravenhill.org /prayer.htm (1980 words)

	Yes we can pray to Jesus! Prayer is simply talking to Jesus
		Paul wrote of Jesus that "by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him" (Col 1:16).
		Jesus is the "man in charge with all authority", but I cannot talk to him.
		By way of inference, Jesus, the one who is able to help in a time of need, hears us when we cry out to him for help and he makes intercession to God on behalf of us.
	www.bible.ca /ntx-praying-to-jesus.htm (1576 words)

	Jesus Prayer
		Someone said that "mysticism started in mist and ended in schism"; this cynical remark, spoken by an unbeliever, has a certain truth in it.
		It is in prayer, especially the Jesus Prayer, that we become keenly aware of belonging to the living body of Christ.
		In fear and joy, in loneliness and companionship, it is ever with me. Not only in the silence of daily devotions, but at all times and in all places.
	www.thecentering.org /jesusprayer.html (1946 words)

	ipedia.com: Jesus Prayer Article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The text of this prayer is based on various accounts in the Gospels, such as Peter crying out as he sank into the sea, "Lord, save me." To the publican's cry in the Temple, "God, have mercy on me, a sinner".
		The full form is sometimes described as being implicitly Trinitarian as well: the Son is addressed explicitly; addressing him as Son acknowledges the Father; and according to Saint Paul's writings in the New Testament, no one can call Christ "Lord" without the aid of the Holy Spirit.
		The prayer is often said or prayed repeatedly, sometimes with the aid of a prayer rope.
	www.ipedia.com /jesus_prayer.html (324 words)

	Jesus & Prayer
		There are 17 references to Jesus prayer life in the gospels.
		Jesus modeled a life of prayer for us.
		If communicating with His Father was that important to Jesus, shouldn’t it be a priority for us?
	www.anchorlife.org /html/jesus_pray.htm (60 words)

	Jesus Prayer Encyclopedia Article, Definition, History, Biography (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
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		When it is repeated over and over again, the Jesus prayer becomes a form of meditation, the prayer functioning as a kind of mantra.
		In the Eastern tradition the prayer is said or prayed repeatedly, often with the aid of a chotki (or prayer rope) (Gr.
	www.createdbygod.com /encyclopedia/Jesus_Prayer (577 words)

	The Jesus Prayer: the Prayer of the Heart - Friends in Christ Spiritual Practice Series
		A focus on personal spiritual prayer has long been a tradition in the spirituality of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
		This belief was carried forward by the first Christians' feeling about the name of Jesus (e.g., John 16:23-24; Acts 4:10).
		By the sixth century, the statement of the tax collector in Luke 18:13 became the basis of the prayer.
	www.friendsinchrist.net /fic_jpry.shtml (320 words)

	Prayer Page: Lilly Of The Valley VA's JESUS Loves You! Prayer Counseling Ministry Prayer Requests taken by Email.
		Prayer is never out of season: in summer and in winter its merchandize is precious.
		Prayer gains audience with heaven in the dead of night, in the midst of business, in the heat of noonday, in the shades of evening.
		Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints...
	www.lillyofthevalleyva.com /jesuslovesyou-prayerpage.html (1264 words)

	Amazon.com: Books: The Prayer Of Jesus (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		He points out that prayer is not trying to get God to change His mind or will, but to change US to conform to His already perfect will and purpose for the Kingdom and our role in it.
		The LORD's Prayer is simply the cornerstone to effective prayer in the life of the believer, not a rote formula or recitation to get God to automatically respond.
		Prayer is not merely about us and our needs of the moment; it is about HIM and HIS WILL.
	www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0849917301?v=glance (2111 words)

	About Love
		Jesus Christ was the Savior, because He gave His saving Teaching to people.
		Jesus brought a Teaching, which was principally new for that region of Earth — the Teaching about saving power of Love, that declared that it is Love that saves us from suffering and degradation in spiritual darkness.
		If this method was practiced with due emotional mood, with time (sometimes, after years) this prayer, as Hesychasts were saying, would “descend into the heart”: when the emotion of love for Jesus was reaching its peak, the concentration of consciousness of the seeker would shift to anahata.
	autobiography.swami-center.org /page_22.shtml#jesus_prayer (2834 words)

	Welcome to First Jesus Intercessory Prayer Ministry (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		First Jesus is a non-profit ministry that brings God's
		First Jesus Intercessors are waiting to Intercede for you.
		Through prayer, God's purpose will be fulfilled in your life.
	www.firstjesus.com (76 words)

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