Praying is like a rocking chair – it’ll give you something to do, but it won’t get you anywhere.

Gypsy Rose Lee American burlesque performer, actress and author

Meaning of the quote

This quote means that praying, like sitting in a rocking chair, may make you feel like you're doing something, but it won't actually help you reach your goals or solve your problems. The quote suggests that prayer alone is not enough - you need to take action to make changes in your life.

About Gypsy Rose Lee

Gypsy Rose Lee was an American burlesque entertainer and actress famous for her striptease act. She wrote a memoir in 1957 that was later adapted into the Broadway musical ‘Gypsy’. Gypsy Rose Lee had a unique and captivating career in the entertainment industry.

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