and (Ibid. 27:17) "Yifgu na ('Let them now pray') to the L–rd of hosts that the vessels which remain in the house of the L–rd, etc." And thus is it written (Isaiah 41:14) "Fear not, O worm of Jacob, men of Israel." Just as a worm smites a cedar only with its mouth, so, Israel has recourse only to prayer.
Confirming That When Jacob Vayifga at the Sacred Place
Mekhilta Tractate Vayehi Beshalach 3:10