"The function of prayer is not to influence God, but rather to change the nature of the one who prays."

Søren Kierkegaard (1813 - 1855)
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About Søren Kierkegaard

Søren Kierkegaard was a Danish philosopher, theologian, poet, and social critic who is considered to be the first existentialist philosopher. Born in 1813 in Copenhagen, Denmark, Kierkegaard's works often explore themes such as subjective truth, faith, individualism, and the importance of personal choice. His writings had a significant influence on existentialist philosophy and modern theology.

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