noun a book used for religious worship or personal prayer
A prayer book is a book containing prayers and religious texts used by individuals or congregations for worship and spiritual guidance.
In a broader spiritual context, a prayer book can be used by individuals of various faiths or beliefs for meditation, reflection, and connection to the divine.
In Christianity, a prayer book may include prayers, hymns, and scripture readings for personal or communal worship.
In Judaism, a prayer book, known as a siddur, contains prayers and liturgical texts for daily prayer services and special occasions.
In Islam, a prayer book, such as a dua book, contains supplications and prayers for various occasions and needs.
A writer may use a prayer book as a source of inspiration for their writing, or they may write prayers or reflections for inclusion in a prayer book.
A psychologist may recommend the use of a prayer book as a tool for coping with stress or anxiety, or they may incorporate prayer or meditation techniques into therapy sessions.
Clergy members often use prayer books as a guide for leading worship services or offering prayers for specific occasions or intentions.
Chaplains working in hospitals, prisons, or the military may use prayer books to offer comfort and support to patients, inmates, or service members in need.
Hospice workers may use prayer books to offer spiritual support to patients and their families during end-of-life care.