On a more positive note, supplicants often kneel while praying as a sign of humble submission before the Lord. In the Old Testament, one of the psalmists enjoins us, “Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker!” (Psalm 95:6).
What is the significance of kneeling when praying?
Is kneeling important? Traditionally, kneeling is a more penitent posture, while standing is a more joyous, celebratory one. This is often why congregations (at least in the Episcopal church) kneel for the Eucharist during Lent and stand during Easter. It's a way for one to show outwardly what one believes inwardly.Oct 5, 2003
What does it mean when you kneel?
Definition of kneel : to position the body so that one or both knees rest on the floor The prisoners were ordered to kneel. : to fall or rest on the knees She kneeled on the floor next to the child.