Wyndham Lewis

Prostration is our natural position. A worm-like movement from a spot of sunlight to a spot of shade, and back, is the type of movement that is natural to men.

English Author

Lewis Carroll

There comes a pause, for human strength will not endure to dance without cessation; and everyone must reach the point at length of absolute prostration.

Usually a voluntary act showing humility or defeat, often in historical or dramatic contexts.

Physical Gesture

Sometimes used metaphorically to describe complete surrender or subservience in an argument or situation.

Figurative Use

Indicates an extreme level of tiredness, more than just feeling tired or sleepy.

Intensity Indicator

Can be a symptom in medical contexts, signifying severe physical or mental depletion.

Medical Relevance

A sign of deep respect or reverence, particularly in religious or spiritual practices.

Religious Respect

The act of prostration varies significantly in different cultures and religions.

Cultural Variation

In some religious texts, prostration can express an inner attitude of humility, not just a physical act.

Not Always Literal

 and breathed into him of my spirit, then, fall in prostration to him." The angels prostrate, not before the human body, but before the human soul.