Praying together is an effective way to coordinate. It creates common knowledge of what people hope and wish and worry about that is otherwise often hidden. Making it visible allows people to coordinate on improving these areas.
It doesn’t have to be a religious prayer. I asked ChatGPT for “An example of a non-theistic prayer that doesn’t use meditation references could be something like this:”
“I take a moment to center myself and focus on what is important to me. I give thanks for my loved ones, my health, and all the opportunities I have been given. I express my hopes for a better world, for peace and understanding among all people. I remind myself to act with kindness and integrity in all I do. I trust in my own abilities and the power of human connection to bring about positive change. I close this moment of reflection with a sense of purpose and a clear mind.”
An example of a non-theistic prayer that doesn’t refer to oneself could be something like this:
“We give thanks for the beauty of nature, for the cycles of the seasons, for the warmth of the sun and the light of the stars. We recognize the interconnectedness of all living things and the importance of preserving the balance of the earth. We express our hopes for a peaceful and just society, for equality and understanding among all people. We remind ourselves to act with compassion and respect in our actions and interactions with others. We trust in the power of collective action and the human spirit to bring about positive change. We close this moment of reflection with a sense of shared purpose and a commitment to work towards a better future.”
Praying together is an effective way to coordinate. It creates common knowledge of what people hope and wish and worry about that is otherwise often hidden. Making it visible allows people to coordinate on improving these areas.
It doesn’t have to be a religious prayer. I asked ChatGPT for “An example of a non-theistic prayer that doesn’t use meditation references could be something like this:”
An example of a non-theistic prayer that doesn’t refer to oneself could be something like this: