Nope that’s not it.
Since the Bible is literal to some people, one will need literal words, not the way a person sees it.
Give us the words, not a tapdance.
The Bible gives instructions of what to do AND what not to do. So where are the words that prohibit prayer to anyone beside Our Lord?
You know, I don't think you're showing proper respect for DM's "obvious good point." ;oD