Must i kneel when i pray

[Pete_1]

I know this sounds a little strange but, must i kneel out of respect for God? Is there any official stance on this?

 

[porthos11]

If in liturgy (i.e. Mass) you kneel when prescribed.

Outside of liturgy (i.e. devotions or private prayer) you are free to use any posture you desire.

 

[LilyM]

As has been said, private prayer can be done in any posture at all - standing, sitting, sitting on the can, kneeling, standing on your head, doing the splits - it’s all good.

 

[Newbie2]

As has been said, private prayer can be done in any posture at all - standing, sitting, sitting on the can, kneeling, standing on your head, doing the splits - it’s all good.

Plus, if you’re doing the splits you can do penance at the same time.

Dittos to the previous posters.

 

[Joe_Kelley]

I was once told by a priest that if one wishes to do penance one should kneel, if one wishes to pray one should get comfortable and chat with God.

 

[Pete_1]

Thankyou