Prayers Ancient and Modern

About this book

"Prayers Ancient and Modern" is a comprehensive and soul-stirring collection of devotional literature curated by Mary Wilder Tileston. This anthology spans centuries of spiritual thought, bringing together petitions, thanksgivings, and meditations from diverse traditions and eras. It offers readers a bridge to the past, featuring the voices of saints, mystics, and spiritual leaders from the early church through the late 19th century. The work is designed to provide daily inspiration and comfort, serving as a versatile resource for both private meditation and communal worship. By organizing these timeless appeals, Tileston highlights the universal human desire for connection with the divine across changing cultures and times. Each entry reflects a deep piety and provides a window into the spiritual life of historical figures, making it an essential companion for those seeking to enrich their prayer life with the wisdom of the ages. The collection is valued for its breadth and the beauty of its selections, ensuring that the spiritual insights of the past remain accessible and relevant for contemporary seekers. "Prayers Ancient and Modern" remains a cornerstone of devotional anthologies, celebrated for its ability to provide solace and strength through the power of written prayer.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.