Georgi Ivanovitch GurdjieffJanuary 13, 1872 – October 29, 1949 Any prayer may be heard by the Higher Powersand a corresponding answer obtained only if uttered thrice: Firstly—for the welfare or the peace of the souls of one’s parents. Secondly—for the welfare of one’s neighbor. And only thirdly—for oneself personally. —Georgi Ivanovitch Gurdjieff