The prayer rope is part of the habit of Eastern Orthodox monks and nuns and is employed by monastics (and sometimes by others) to count the number of times one has prayed the Jesus Prayer or, occasionally, other prayers.
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Famous quotes containing the words prayer and/or rope:
“Whatever you ask for in prayer with faith, you will receive.”
—Bible: New Testament, Matthew 21:22.
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