Types of Prayer
What type of prayer involves giving thanks to God?
Thanksgiving
What is the name of the prayer Jesus taught his disciples?
The Lord’s Prayer
What is the Islamic prayer called that is performed five times a day?
Salah
What is one of the primary purposes of prayer?
To communicate with God
Which American civil rights leader is known for incorporating prayer into his activism, often leading his followers in prayer during marches?
Martin Luther King Jr.
What type of prayer is focused on worshiping God through viewing the Tabernacle?
Adoration
Which prayer is known for its plea for peace and understanding, often attributed to Saint Francis of Assisi?
Prayer of St. Francis
In Hinduism comma what is the term for a prayer or chant dedicated to a deity?
Mantra
How does prayer often help individuals in times of distress?
Providing comfort & Peace
Which British Prime Minister during World War II famously called for prayer among the British people to seek defined guidance and strength?
Winston Churchill
What is a term for a prayer that expresses sorrow for sins?
Confession
What prayer is often recited by those seeking intercession for Mary, the mother of Jesus?
Hail Mary
What is the Jewish prayer that is recited in memory of the deceased?
Kaddish
What is the term for seeking guidance and clarity through prayer?
Discernment
Which influential figure in the early Christian Church is known for his prayers and letters that shaped Christian theology and practice?
The Apostle Paul
What is the prayer that focuses on interceding on behalf of others, asking God to help them?
Intercessory Prayer
What is the name of the prayer that expresses gratitude before meals?
Grace
In Buddhism, what is the common prayer or chant used to cultivate compassion?
Metta
How does prayer contribute to a sense of community among believers?
Fostering Unity and Support
Which famous prayer attributed to a 20th century theologian emphasizing peace and understanding among people of different faiths?
The Prayer of St. Francis
What is the prayer that asks for God’s help fo intervention?
Supplication
Which prayer is known for asking for God’s guidance and wisdom, often recited in times of decision-making?
Serenity Prayer
What is the Native American practice of prayer that it often involves offerings and rituals?
Smudging Ceremony
What is a common effect of prayer on a persons mental and emotional health?
Reducing stress & anxiety
Which US president is known for his public prayers and emphasis on the importance of faith in guide in the nation during times of crisis?
Abraham Lincoln