The Lord’s Prayer

Pray According to His Will

[Jesus began to teach]

When you pray, go to your room and close the door. Pray privately to your Father who is with you. Your Father sees what you do in private. He will reward you.

When you pray, don’t ramble like heathens who think they’ll be heard if they talk a lot. Don’t be like them. Your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

“This is how you should pray:
Our Father in heaven,
Let your name be kept holy.
Let your kingdom come.
Let your will be done on earth
as it is done in heaven.
Give us our daily bread today.
Forgive us as we forgive others.
Don’t allow us to be tempted.
Instead, rescue us from the evil one.”
Matthew 6:6-13

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What does this prayer mean?

The Lord’s Prayer is divided into an introduction, seven distinct requests, and is often recited with an additional conclusion. For an explanation of each section, follow the links below.

The Lord’s Prayer: Introduction

The Lord’s Prayer: the First Request

The Lord’s Prayer: the Second Request

The Lord’s Prayer: the Third Request

The Lord’s Prayer: the Fourth Request

The Lord’s Prayer: the Fifth Request

The Lord’s Prayer: the Sixth Request

The Lord’s Prayer: the Seventh Request

The Lord’s Prayer: the Conclusion

Or, download the complete document with our insight on each section.