Audiobook
To Give and Not to Count the Cost Prayer
To Give and Not to Count the Cost Prayer
- Author
- Frederic Chopin, St Ignatius Loyola, Anton Kingsbury
- Read by
- Josh Verbae
- Series
- Praying with Chopin
- Language
- English
- Length
- 7 minutes
- ISBN
- 9781787240650
- Published
- 1 January 2017
- Imprint
- The Big Nest
- Prayer
- praying
- mediation
- Church
- Chopin
- piano
- music
- spiritual
- holy
- cleansing
Description
"To Give and Not to Count the Cost Prayer" embodies a selfless plea for generosity and unconditional giving. Inspired by the Ignatian Prayer for Generosity, it emphasizes the virtue of offering without expecting acknowledgment or reward. This prayer advocates for a spirit of benevolence, echoing the sentiment that true altruism lies in giving without calculating personal gain. The poignant words are accompanied by tranquil piano music, enhancing the contemplative atmosphere of the prayer. The piano piece, dedicated to Laura Duperre, weaves soothing chord progressions and a seemingly endless melody. Both prayer and music echo the theme of selfless giving, emphasizing the beauty found in generosity without expecting anything in return. The combination creates a contemplative experience, inviting reflection on the profound virtues of altruism.