Ephesians 6:18

18. The image of the warrior in armour is here dropped; but what was even in ancient times the accompaniment of battle, prayer, is presented as a main part of the Christian soldier’s duty. The knights of the middle ages, who were often model Christian soldiers, consecrated themselves to the divine duty of defending innocence and sustaining justice, with nights of fasting and fervent prayer.

All prayer All its forms and modes; whether public, private, domestic, or secret; whether oral, ejaculatory, or thought without words.

Supplication A special form of prayer, distinguished from ascription and thanksgiving; here specified as matter of special request.

Watching Waking, earnestly and directly thereto.

Perseverance In the frame and purpose of prayer; supplication its direct expression.

For all saints For the common spiritual interests and temporal welfare.