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Yes this idea has been around - that gods want people's prayer energy, and in return the gods might grant something in return. Remembering - this is the kind of energy that could be close to prayer energy.

I don't want to pray to a deity that's transactional or needs buttering up. I like the concept that prayers that seem to start by praising God are really meant to have us focus on the Greatness, Beauty and Awesomeness of the world. To give thanks for our lives and all the good that goes on around us. I like Rabbi Nachman's practice of having a personal relationship with God; talking regularly, as to friend, loving creator, cheap psychologist. One difference, imo, between magic and religion is the focus on God's will, not ours. In religion we can petition but we accept what we get. We can ask with humility and hope but we accept that the Universe will decide and keep going the best that we can. So.. for me, asking for something in prayer means putting my mind to what I like in the world, earth, sky, grass, lakes, rivers, netflix, friends, family, breath.. Give thanks for it all and my life. Throw a desire in there, petition. As I've gotten older, I rarely ask. Que Sera, sera, whatever will be will be. Which in my tradition is kind of one of God's names.

I'm not really an energy type but I do feel certain centers tend to activate based on simple finger mudras.

When one pass a beggar on the street, they ask for food or money. Do you as the grantor of the desire ask for something in return? So, if one prays for something from God then does God ask for something in return? The devil might ask for a transaction or deal to be made. However, i have never heard of God asking for anything. Although things may be offered. Does God say you must repent to have one's wishes granted?? Or does God say you must do this or that so to have your wish to come to pass?? I believe the person making the prayer is asking and sometimes offering something in return. But, God, Jesus, Buddha, they do not ask for something in return. They might listen but there is no guarantee of the wish being granted. Does one build spiritual credit? What would this credit be based upon? Gold ? Silver? Prayer? Worship? Would it be spiritual credit that the Buddha was born a prince? Or would it also be spiritual credit that Bodhidharma was born a prince? Or is it just Karma? What was done before determine where you are now?

I do and I will thank you to NOT put your overall judgement on me that was formed within and from your own limited experiences . All you have accomplished in acting like an idiot here ( for some time ) is to add more stupid to the stupid soup and made people think you are not capable of anything smart or insightful . ... which you now claim to be capable of ? In any case it's an admission on your part so I feel justified in writing you off and not seeking to penetrate into the diamond quality I believe each possess - but a few deny or cannot find within themselves . - But maybe I am just too much of an optimist .

I've been practicing kuji kiri and then some specific GM Doo Wai school mudras for about 20 years on my own, in sitting and supine meditations I will not get into my understanding of their working mechanisms, but as to their effects, they made me fit, energetic and my psychic potential improved. I found them most useful getting rid of depression and lethargy, and kicking out my chronic bodily pains from their locations. (I am 63 now) But pains pop up somewhere else after a while so I haven't mastered them enough:-)) I feel very strong and invincible while practicing. They definitely work wonders and are a good path in spirituality. They are excellent teachers for serious solo practicers like me, and help manifest whatever the seeker has in the heart. Good luck and happy practicing

I had to quote this in case you come back and edit it out . This is the 'best one ' you have posted so far .

I am cute when I get woken up ... The second time , it's a bit annoying ... The third time , now I'm getting pissed ....

Ring-tail possum (s) .

1. Honey is the best thing there is . 2. Keep the noise down in the day time, I am sleeping . 3. Don't bang the door ! I am trying to sleep right above it . 3. Don't eat more than a a few tid-bits of fruit during the day time .... you will wet the bed and it will run down the window . 4. Yes you can see the baby ... as long as I get some honey to distract me . 5. I smell like puppies and gum leaves . ( any guesses ? )