Meaning of the family that prays together stays together | Babel Free

Definitions

Shared religious observance strengthens family stability.

Examples

“Remember, the family that prays together stays together. Start with routine prayer, like saying a blessing at each meal.”

“One does not have to read far into any Christian text on prayer to find the affirmation, “The family that prays together stays together.” Stanley Hauerwas questions the appropriateness of this aphorism, pointing out how an overemphasis on family stability can displace the fundamental role of the church and misconstrue the point of prayer.”

“They will get misty eyed and tell you that they believe families should worship together; after all, “the family that prays together stays together.””

“Captured by the adage “the family that prays together stays together”— individuals in the United States feel that shared religious beliefs are a glue that strengthen familial bonds and deepen love between relatives.”

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