In this classic work, William Law explores the nature of prayer and its transformative power over the human soul. Drawing on Christian theology and mystical traditions, Law argues that prayer is the key to unlocking the riches of eternity and escaping the trap of temporal existence. Part 1 of this book lays out Law's basic framework for understanding prayer and its relationship to the soul, setting the stage for a deeper exploration in subsequent volumes. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.