A solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or another deity
“I take in shattered breaths, gathering all the strength I need, uttering a silent prayer to God.”
A request made in an earnest manner
“She paused when she got to the door, saying a quick prayer that she would find Hamilton sitting in his chair.”
Hope or belief that something either can or will happen
“Woah, we're half way there. Woah, livin' on a prayer. Take my hand, we'll make it I swear. Woah, livin' on a prayer.”
A poetical composition for use in the praise or worship of God
A mystical term, phrase or formula believed to have magical powers
The condition of being probable
A devotional exercise of, or leading to contemplation
A (typically religious) rite or ceremony
The belief in, and worship of, a deity or superhuman controlling power
An expression of worship and veneration
Mode expressing a wish, a prayer
A desire or hope for something to happen
A person or thing that is a source of hope
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