The Jesus Prayer is a short, simple prayer used in the Christian tradition, particularly within the Eastern Orthodox Church. It typically consists of the phrase, "Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner." This prayer emphasizes humility and the need for divine mercy, making it a central part of personal devotion and spiritual practice. Practitioners often repeat the Jesus Prayer as a form of meditation or contemplation, aiming to cultivate a deeper connection with God. It is commonly associated with the practice of hesychasm, which focuses on inner stillness and the presence of God through prayer and silence.