Chapter 141

Another Rule: Gradually, but More Frequently

For the practice of the Jesus Prayer, set aside a special time apart from morning and evening prayer. Stand twice before lunch, twice after lunch, each time performing one hundred Jesus Prayers with bows: bows from the waist at the small knots and full bows to the ground at the large knots. Once you have set this, fulfill it unfailingly each day, excusing yourself with nothing.

When you stand for prayer, at once remember that the Lord is near — and sees, and hears, and wishes to give you what is salvific for you... Constancy in fulfillment is the chief condition of success. (10, 111)