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550. What are the essential forms of Christian prayer? 2643-2644 They are blessing and adoration, the prayer of petition and intercession, thanksgiving and praise. The Eucharist contains and expresses all the forms of prayer. 551. What is “blessing”? 2626-2627 2645 The prayer of blessing is man’s response to God’s gifts: we bless the Almighty who first blesses us and fills us with his gifts. 552. How can adoration be defined? 2628 Adoration is the humble acknowledgement by human beings that they are creatures of the thrice-holy Creator.