Spiritual Experiences-Word Exp. n. 122

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122. 4402. Moreover, how an understanding of things flows into the vocal expressions when some prayer, such as the Lord's prayer, is recited from memory, can also be told in a few words. It comes from above, and is poured in, sometimes more abundantly, sometimes in a more limited measure, depending upon the state of the human mind. This I clearly saw and could feel when I said that Prayer - to this I can solemnly swear - like today, the 16th day of May, 1746; and one who was speaking with me was both amazed and gladdened by it. [Essence; Inflow; Inward; Speak, Speech; Prayer; Thing; Expressions (Words)] [See also WE 4403-06, concluding the explanation of verse 18.]


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