Deities and Faith
Can I speak to deities like family even without a specific request?
English translation draft · Based on the Chinese article. This is not a word-for-word translation approved by Master Shengyuan.
Yes. Sometimes you are not asking a deity to accomplish something immediately, but simply need somewhere safe to express what is in your heart. Treating deities as close family and sharing everyday life is also a good way of relating through faith.
Someone wronged at work may not know how to speak at home and have no friend to confide in. Keeping everything inside can make it harder. Expressing feelings, worries and uncertainties before a deity sometimes brings relief. This is not quite the same as presenting a particular wish and asking for specific help.
Nor need people compete over volume. Speaking softly enough to hear yourself or silently in your mind is fine. Intention matters, and avoid disturbing those nearby. If asking assistance with a matter, think clearly first and explain your circumstances and need.
Speaking provides an outlet, but actions available afterwards remain yours to take. As you gradually settle, the problem may become clearer and possible next steps easier to see. Every act of worship need not become a test of obtaining one specified outcome.