Religious Studies GCSE
Prayer
What Prayer means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definitions of Prayer
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Reference: AQA
Communicating with God, serving as a vital way for Christians to express gratitude, seek forgiveness, and request help.
The raising of the heart and mind to God, serving as a vital communication channel for Catholics.
Topics that use Prayer
- Catholic Christianity - 3.1.3.2 Practices (AQA GCSE)
- Christianity - 3.1.2.2 Practices (AQA GCSE)
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