Theophylact of Ohrid

The aforementioned woman, having heard about Him, displays a fervent faith. Therefore the Lord does not immediately consent to her request, but delays the gift in order to show that the woman's faith is firm and that she waits patiently despite the refusal. Let us also learn not to abandon prayer at once when we do not immediately receive what we ask for, but to continue praying patiently until we receive what we ask.

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