Patent Application
20230117693
The present invention relates generally to the field of portable prayer stations. More specifically, the present invention relates to an improved prayer station device wherein users can sit or kneel within for praying. The device comprises a wooden station with a cushion component and kneeler, as well as a bible holder and lighting. Accordingly, the present disclosure makes specific reference thereto. Nonetheless, it is to be appreciated that aspects of the present invention are also equally applicable to other like applications, devices and methods of manufacture.
By way of background, praying is not only spiritual but can bring solace to many users. Further, prayers can be necessary for those in need of spiritual healing. Many users pray daily alone or in group. Some users would pray more if they had a more convenient place to pray. Thus, a place to pray can be important to users.
Furthermore, users unable to visit a church may lack a space to pray. Without a convenient place to pray, it will be hard for users to find a place of worship and pray to God. By providing users a convenient place to pray, they are able to pray more often.
Thus, it is necessary for users to have a convenient place to pray. Further, the place should be convenient, portable and easy to access. Generally, praying shouldn't require a user to find a church or specific place of worship. Users need a device that allows them to pray in multiple places, without having to go to a church or other places of worship.
Therefore, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a prayer station device that offers a way for users to safely pray in churches, at home, in outreach centers, etc. There is also a long-felt need in the art for a prayer station device that eliminates the need for users to have to find a church or other place of worship, in order to pray. Further, there is a long-felt need in the art for a prayer station device that provides users with a decorative prayer station for praying. Moreover, there is a long-felt need in the art for a device that provides a kneeling and sitting stool for comfortably supporting a user while praying. Further, there is a long-felt need in the art for a prayer station device that includes multiple storage hooks on the sides and a bible holder to offer convenience while praying. Finally, there is a long-felt need in the art for a prayer station device that offers a way for users to easily read from a bible while praying.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a prayer station device. The device is designed to offer a way for users to safely pray in churches, at home, in outreach centers, etc. The device comprises a wooden housing component with a chair component and kneeler. The device also comprises a bible holder, lights, and foldable legs for convenience when using the prayer station device. The device further comprises a glass bible holder device for reading while praying, as well as lighting and storage hooks as needed. Thus, users can sit and/or kneel within the station while praying.
In this manner, the prayer station device of the present invention accomplishes all of the forgoing objectives and provides users with a device that allows users to easily read from their bible while praying. The device allows a user to kneel and/or sit comfortably while praying. The device offers a way for users to safely and conveniently pray in churches, at home, in outreach centers, etc.
The following presents a simplified summary in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed innovation. This summary is not an extensive overview, and it is not intended to identify key/critical elements or to delineate the scope thereof. Its sole purpose is to present some general concepts in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a prayer station device. The device is designed to offer a way for users to safely and conveniently pray in churches, at home, in outreach centers, etc., or any other suitable place as is known in the art. The device comprises a housing component with a chair component and kneeler.
In one embodiment, the prayer station device comprises a housing component which is typically an enclosure having a front wall, opposing side walls, and an open rear area, such that a user can enter and exit the housing component. The front and opposing side walls can be any suitable shape and size as is known in the art, depending on the needs and/or wants of a user. Typically, the walls are half walls and do not extend all the way to the ceiling but extend approximately 3-5 feet high to allow a user sitting and/or kneeling in the housing some privacy. Typically, the housing component does not comprise a ceiling or roof structure, but in one embodiment, the housing component can comprise a ceiling structure, depending on the wants and/or needs of a user. Typically, the housing component does not comprise a floor structure, but in one embodiment, the housing component can comprise a floor structure, depending on the wants and/or needs of a user.
In one embodiment, instead of an open rear area, the housing component can comprise a rear wall with a door, allowing the user to enter and exit the housing component, and providing additional privacy for a user praying within the prayer station device.
In one embodiment, the housing component comprises foldable legs or casters for convenience. The casters allow the housing component to be easily moved. The foldable legs allow the housing component to be easily stored when not in use.
In one embodiment, the housing component is manufactured from wood, such as oak, cherry, or walnut, plastic or polymers, such as polypropylene or acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS), polycarbonate, or metals, such as stainless steel or aluminum, or any other suitable materials as is known in the art.
In one embodiment, the prayer station device comprises a chair component and kneeler. Typically, the chair component is slanted at such an angle to allow a user to sit on the chair component and rest comfortably forward, with their hands on the front wall. Further, in one embodiment, the chair component comprises a kneeler, secured to the chair component at such an angle, that a user can sit in the angled chair with their knees on the kneeler. Thus, the chair component and kneeler provide support and allow a user to comfortably kneel while praying. Typically, the chair component and kneeler are padded and cushioned with a gel foam, to provide comfort to a user. Further, the chair component and kneeler do not comprise arm rests or a support back, but in some embodiments, the chair component and kneeler can have arm rests and/or a support back to provide additional support to a user during use. Typically, the chair component and kneeler is not secured within the prayer station device, which allows a user to move the chair component and kneeler to any desired position within the prayer station device, based on the needs and/or wants of a user. Thus, a user can sit and/or kneel within the prayer station device when praying.
In one embodiment, the front wall of the housing component comprises a cushioned shelf and bible holder component. Typically, the bible holder component is manufactured of frosted glass or other suitable material as is known in the art. The bible holder component is secured to the cushioned shelf in an inclined angle, such that it will hold a bible in an upright position for reading. In one embodiment, the bible holder component is removable and can be stored within the prayer station device when not in use. The cushioned shelf can be sized to retain a bible or other prayer book, as well as the elbows or hands of a user in a prayer position. Typically, the shelf is padded and cushioned with a gel foam, or other suitable material.
In another embodiment, the housing component comprises a plurality of storage hooks positioned on the opposing side walls, or any other suitable position as is known in the art, for storing items.
In another embodiment, the housing component comprises lights surrounding the opposing side walls, the front wall, and/or the cushioned shelf and bible holder component. The lights can be decorative or functional to help a user see while reading and/or praying.
In another embodiment, the housing component comprises a bible holder secured to the opposing side walls for storing bibles and other prayer books when not in use.
In another embodiment, the portable prayer station device comprises a plurality of indicia and/or engravings on the housing component and/or the chair component and kneeler.
In another embodiment, additional decorations can be added depending on the needs and/or wants of a user. For example, the prayer station device can comprise optional candles, an optional lamp, a decorative cross, etc., or any other items which one may use while meditating or praying. Thus, the prayer station device has been designed for use with any religion for religious prayer at anytime, anywhere.
In one embodiment, a light component could be plugged into an interior mounted female electrical outlet which would lead to an exterior cord and plug. Other electrical items, (i.e., a tape recorder), could also be plugged into the female outlet when needed. In one embodiment, the light component is battery operated and does not require an electrical outlet.
In yet another embodiment, a method of providing users a safe and convenient place to pray. The method includes the steps of providing a prayer station device comprising a housing component with a chair component and kneeler. The method also comprises positioning the prayer station device in a location for use by the user, such as in a church, at home, or in an outreach center. Further, the method comprises utilizing the prayer station device via sitting in the chair component or kneeling on the kneeler. The method also comprises reading from a book of worship, while within the prayer station device. Finally, the method ends with praying in the prayer station device.
In yet another embodiment of the present invention, anyone wishing to further their faith by having their own personal prayer space in their home or apartment would first set up the prayer station device by assembling the housing component and inserting the chair component and kneeler. Further, the cushioned shelf could be added and the glass bible holder component could be placed into their appropriate positions. The user could then place any items on the shelving as desired and could turn on the battery or electrically operated light and plug in a tape cassette recorder or other items which require electricity. The exterior plug would then be connected to a standard wall outlet. The user could have the option of candles, and other lights around the housing component, if needed.
The user would pray or meditate as they would inside of a church, synagogue, or temple, etc. Use of the prayer station device would provide users of all faiths with the capability to pray or meditate at any time they desire. When not in use, the prayer station device could be stored in a closet, or other appropriate storage area.
Numerous benefits and advantages of this invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art to which it pertains, upon reading and understanding the following detailed specification.
To the accomplishment of the foregoing and related ends, certain illustrative aspects of the disclosed innovation are described herein in connection with the following description and the annexed drawings. These aspects are indicative, however, of but a few of the various ways in which the principles disclosed herein can be employed and are intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Other advantages and novel features will become apparent from the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings.
The description refers to provided drawings in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts throughout the different views, and in which:
The innovation is now described with reference to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals are used to refer to like elements throughout. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding thereof. It may be evident, however, that the innovation can be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form in order to facilitate a description thereof. Various embodiments are discussed hereinafter. It should be noted that the figures are described only to facilitate the description of the embodiments. They are not intended as an exhaustive description of the invention and do not limit the scope of the invention. Additionally, an illustrated embodiment need not have all the aspects or advantages shown. Thus, in other embodiments, any of the features described herein from different embodiments may be combined.
As noted above, there is a long-felt need in the art for a long-felt need in the art for a prayer station device that offers a way for users to safely pray in churches, at home, in outreach centers, etc. There is also a long-felt need in the art for a prayer station device that eliminates the need for users to have to find a church in order to prayer. Further, there is a long-felt need in the art for a prayer station device that provides users with a decorative prayer station for praying. Moreover, there is a long-felt need in the art for a device that provides a kneeling and sitting stool for comfortably supporting a user while praying. Further, there is a long-felt need in the art for a prayer station device that includes multiple storage hooks on the sides and a bible holder to offer convenience while praying. Finally, there is a long-felt need in the art for a prayer station device that offers a way for users to easily read from a bible while praying.
The present invention, in one exemplary embodiment, is a novel prayer station device comprising a wooden station with a cushion component and kneeler. The device also comprises a bible holder, lights, and foldable legs for convenience when using the prayer station device. The device further comprises a glass bible holder for reading while praying, as well as lighting and storage hooks as needed. Thus, users can sit and/or kneel within the station while praying. The present invention also includes a novel method of allowing users a way to safely pray in churches, at home, in outreach centers, etc. The method includes the steps of providing a prayer station device comprising a wooden station with a cushion component and kneeler. The method also comprises positioning the prayer station device in a location for use by the user, such as in a church, at home, or in an outreach center. Further, the method comprises utilizing the prayer station device via sitting in the seat or kneeling on the kneeler. The method also comprises reading from a bible, while within the prayer station device. Finally, the method ends with praying in the prayer station device.
Referring initially to the drawings,
In one embodiment, the prayer station device 100 comprises a housing component 102 which is typically an enclosure having a front wall 108, opposing side walls 110, and an open rear area 112, such that a user can enter and exit the housing component 102. The front 108 and opposing side walls 110 can be any suitable shape and size as is known in the art, depending on the needs and/or wants of a user. Typically, the walls 108,110 are half walls and do not extend all the way to the ceiling but extend approximately 3-5 feet high to allow a user sitting and/or kneeling in the housing some privacy. Typically, the housing component 102 does not comprise a ceiling or roof structure, but in one embodiment, the housing component 102 can comprise slightly higher walls and a ceiling structure (not shown), depending on the wants and/or needs of a user. Typically, the housing component 102 does not comprise a floor structure, but in one embodiment, the housing component 102 can comprise a floor structure (not shown), depending on the wants and/or needs of a user.
In another embodiment, the housing component 102 comprises foldable legs 116 or casters 114 for convenience. The casters 114 allow the housing component 102 to be easily moved. The foldable legs 116 allow the housing component 102 to be easily stored when not in use.
In one embodiment, the housing component 102 is manufactured from wood, such as oak, cherry, or walnut, plastic or polymers, such as polypropylene or acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS), polycarbonate, polyvinyl chloride, or metals, such as stainless steel or aluminum, or any other suitable materials as is known in the art.
In another embodiment, the housing component 102 comprises lights 118 surrounding the opposing side walls 110 and/or the front wall 108. The lights 118 can be decorative or functional to help a user see while reading and/or praying. The lights 118 can be any suitable light as is known in the art, such as, but not limited to, LED, incandescent, etc. The lights 118 can be strung around the walls 108,110, or independently positioned within the walls 108,110, depending on the wants and/or needs of a user.
In another embodiment, the portable prayer station device 100 comprises a plurality of indicia 120 and/or engravings on the housing component 102 and/or the chair component 104 and kneeler 106. For example, the housing component 102 and/or chair component 104 and kneeler 106 may include advertising, a trademark, or other letters, designs, or characters, printed, painted, stamped, engraved, or integrated into the walls 108,110 or within the housing component 102, or any other indicia 120 as is known in the art. Specifically, any suitable indicia 120 as is known in the art can be included, such as, but not limited to, patterns, logos, emblems, images, symbols, designs, letters, words, characters, animals, advertisements, brands, etc., that may or may not be religious or prayerrelated.
In another embodiment, the housing component 102 comprises lights 118 surrounding the opposing side walls 110, the front wall 108, and/or the cushioned shelf 300 and bible holder component 302. The lights 118 can be decorative or functional to help a user see while reading and/or praying. The lights 118 can be any suitable light as is known in the art, such as, but not limited to, LED, incandescent, etc. The lights 118 can be strung around the walls 108,110, cushioned shelf 300, or bible holder component 302, or independently positioned within the walls 108,110, cushioned shelf 300, or bible holder component 302, depending on the wants and/or needs of a user.
In another embodiment, additional decorations can be added depending on the needs and/or wants of a user. For example, the prayer station device 100 can comprise optional candles 304, an optional lamp 306, a decorative cross 308, etc., or any other items which one may use while meditating or praying. Thus, the prayer station device 100 has been designed for use with any religion for religious prayer at anytime, anywhere.
In one embodiment, a light component 400 could be plugged into an interior mounted female electrical outlet 402 which would lead to an exterior cord 404 and plug 406. Other electrical items, (i.e., a tape recorder), could also be plugged into the female outlet 402 when needed. In one embodiment, the light component 400 is battery operated and does not require an electrical outlet.
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In use, anyone wishing to further their faith by having their own personal prayer space in their home or apartment would first set up the prayer station device 100 by assembling the housing component 102 and inserting the chair component 104 and kneeler 106. Further, the cushioned shelf 300 could be added and the glass bible holder component 302 could be placed into their appropriate positions. The user could then place any items on the shelving 300 as desired and could turn on the battery or electrically-operated light 400 and plug in a tape cassette recorder or other items which require electricity, or an audio player 504 may be incorporated into the device. The exterior plug 406 would then be connected to a standard wall outlet. The user could have the option of candles 304, and other lights 118 around the housing component 102, if needed.
The user would pray or meditate as they would inside of a church, synagogue, or temple, etc. Use of the prayer station device 100 would provide users of all faiths with the capability to pray or meditate at any time they desire. When not in use, the prayer station device 100 could be stored in a closed, or other appropriate storage area (not shown).
Certain terms are used throughout the following description and claims to refer to particular features or components. As one skilled in the art will appreciate, different users may refer to the same feature or component by different names. This document does not intend to distinguish between components or features that differ in name but not structure or function. As used herein “prayer station device” and “device” are interchangeable and refer to the prayer station device 100 of the present invention.
Notwithstanding the forgoing, the prayer station device 100 of the present invention can be of any suitable size and configuration as is known in the art without affecting the overall concept of the invention, provided that it accomplishes the above-stated objectives. One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the prayer station device 100 as shown in
Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the present invention. While the embodiments described above refer to particular features, the scope of this invention also includes embodiments having different combinations of features and embodiments that do not include all of the described features. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications, and variations as fall within the scope of the claims, together with all equivalents thereof.
What has been described above includes examples of the claimed subject matter. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivable combination of components or methodologies for purposes of describing the claimed subject matter, but one of ordinary skill in the art may recognize that many further combinations and permutations of the claimed subject matter are possible. Accordingly, the claimed subject matter is intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications and variations that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, to the extent that the term “includes” is used in either the detailed description or the claims, such term is intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term “comprising” as “comprising” is interpreted when employed as a transitional word in a claim.
The present application claims priority to, and the benefit of, U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/255,534, which was filed on Oct. 14, 2021 and is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
| Number | Date | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63255534 | Oct 2021 | US |
