Little word

When frightened by fire, someone's death, or something else, you cry for help. A person in danger won't pray a long string of words, or even a word of two syllables. Why? When desperate, you can't waste time. If you're scared to death, there's no babbling or big words—you scream, "Fire!" or "Help!" and this one-word outburst works best. Watch how this little word, "Fire!" penetrates a dangerous situation, getting the attention of those who can help you. The same is true spiritually. When a little word of one syllable isn't just thought or spoken but is an expression of your spirit's deepest intentions, it's the height of prayer. ~~ Anonymous 14th century Carthusian monk