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Možemo li zastati i stvarno obratiti pažnju na Boga? A Simple but Powerful Definition of Prayer






Bog je uvijek prisutan, no njegovu prisutnost treba prihvatiti, postati je svjestan, kako bi Bog mogao djelovati u našem životu. To se događa u i po molitvi. Molitva je, u svojem korijenu, jednostavno skretanje pozornosti na Boga. Koja prekrasna slika: skrenuti pozornosti na Boga. Zamislite samo: zastati i stvarno obratiti pažnju na Boga! Tako jednostavno, a tako se često previdi. Najčešće se molitva definira kao “razgovor s Bogom“. Istinito i dobro svjedočanstvo. Ali ovoj definiciji nekako nedostaje pravo značenje. Dok većina ljudi lako shvaća “govorni” dio razgovora, manje cijene element “slušanja” u razgovoru. I tako može biti puno naglaska na recitiranju molitvi, zagovornim molitvama, itd. Sve su one dobre same po sebi, čak i potrebne – ali kada se i kako sluša Boga?Netko bi teoretski mogao recitirati duge molitve, ali na kraju obratiti malo pozornosti na Boga. Ovo se ne događa zbog zlonamjernih ili oholih motiva, nego zbog činjenice da su naši umovi slabi. I tako definicija o “razgovoru” ima svoje zamke i ograničenja. Katekizam Katoličke Crkve kao definiciju kršćanske molitve preuzima misao sv. Terezije od Djeteta Isusa: “Za mene je molitva zanos srca, jednostavan pogled bačen prema nebu, usklik zahvalnosti i ljubavi u kušnji kao i u radosti”, te sv. Ivana Damašćanskog: “Molitva je uzdignuće duše k Bogu ili traženje primjerenih dobara od Boga” (KKC, br. 2559). Kakve li razlike kada se na molitvu krene imajući ovo naumu: “Sada ću sve odložiti, smiriti se i provesti neko vrijeme pridavajući svoju pažnju Bogu. Mirno ću sjediti i slušati – dok On govori. Razmišljat ću o Njegovoj slavi, radovati se Njegovoj istini, i duboko razmatrati Njegovu prisutnost.Obraćanje pozornosti na Boga može uzeti mnoge oblike. Jedan izvanredan način je u sporom, promišljenom i ciljanom selektivnom čitanju Svetog Pisma, što se zove lectio divina. Ne čitamo samo tekst, nego slušamo kako nam Bog govori; obraćamo pozornost na ono što On govori. I dok slušamo, obraćamo pozornost na Njega, naše misli počinju se mijenjati i daruju nam se Kristove misli. Drugi, nadmoćan način skretanja pozornosti na Boga je u euharistijskom klanjanju: gdje naše misli lagano kreću prema Njemu, a On nam uzvraća svojom ljubavlju, često bez riječi, ali Njegova prisutnost je vrlo moćna. Nadalje, u autentičnom i crkveno odobrenom duhovnom čitanju obraćamo se Bogu tako da ga slušamo preko riječi njegovih posrednika – svetaca, mistika i drugih uglednih izvora. Dobro, zdravo i odobreno duhovno čitanje donosi nam Kraljevstvo Božje, njegovu mudrost, i njegovu viziju. I dok pažljivo proučavamo sveti nauk, time obraćamo i pozornost na Boga. I naravno, najviši oblik pridavanja pozornosti Bogu je sudjelovanje u svetoj liturgiji, gdje doživljavamo Njegovu prisutnost i moć, slušamo Njegove Riječi izgovorene pobožno i promišljeno, častimo Njegovu prisutnost na svetom oltaru, te Ga pozorno i pobožno primamo. A tijekom dana možemo na bezbroj načina zastati na trenutak i obratiti pozornost na Boga kroz strelovite molitve, jer : Molitva je, u korijenu, jednostavno usmjeravanje svojih misli i pažnje na Boga.


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08052015I have read many definitions of prayer, and I am especially fond of St Therese’s description.But one of the nicest and briefest descriptions of prayer that I have read comes from Dr. Ralph Martin in his bookThe Fulfillment of All Desire. Dr. Martin says beautifully, in a way that is succinct and yet comprehensive and inclusive of diverse expression,
Prayer is, at root, simply paying attention to God (p. 121).
Such a wonderful image: paying attention to God. Imagine that, actually paying attention to God! So simple, yet so often overlooked.More traditionally, I have heard prayer defined as “conversation with God.” True enough, and well attested. But to me, this definition seems to shed less light on its meaning. While most people easily grasp the “talking” part of conversation, fewer are able to appreciate the “listening” part. And thus there can be a lot of emphasis on recited prayers, intercessory prayers, etc. These are all good in themselves—even required—but when and how does one listen? One could theoretically recite long prayers, but in the end pay little attention to God. This is not usually due to malicious or prideful motives, but rather to the fact that our minds are weak. And thus the “conversation” definition has its pitfalls and limits. How different it is to go to prayer saying, “I am going to go aside now and spend some time paying attention to God. I am going to sit still and listen while he speaks. I am going to think about His glory, rejoice in His truth, and ponder His presence as deeply as I can.” Paying attention to God can take many forms. One outstanding way is through the slow, thoughtful, and deliberate reading of Scripture called lectio divina. We are not merely reading a text; we are listening to God speak; we are paying attention to what He says. And as we listen, as we pay attention to Him, our minds begin to change, and the Mind of Christ becomes our gift. Another preeminent way of paying attention to God is through Eucharistic Adoration: a thoughtful, attentive, and loving look to the Lord as our thoughts gently move to Him, and His loving look returns often wordless but powerful presence. Further, in authentic and approved spiritual reading we pay attention to God in a way that is mediated through His Saints, mystics, and other reputable sources. Good, wholesome, and approved spiritual reading presents to us the Kingdom of God, His Wisdom, and His vision. And in carefully considering holy teaching, we are paying attention to God. And of course the highest form of paying attention to God is attending to Him in the Sacred Liturgy, experiencing His presence and power, listening to His Word proclaimed thoughtfully and reflectively, attending to His presence on the sacred altar, and receiving Him with attentiveness and devotion. Throughout the day there are countless ways that we can take a moment and pay attention to God: momentary aspirations, a quick thought sent heavenward, or a look of love. I will say no more here. For so much is beautifully and simply conveyed in these words: Prayer is, at root, simply paying attention to God....https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Z8WRdGIZoU



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