^{7 Ref} And in your prayer do not make use of the same words again and again, as the Gentiles do: for they have the idea that God will give attention to them because of the number of their words.

^{8 Ref} So be not like them; because your Father has knowledge of your needs even before you make your requests to him.

^{9 Ref} Let this then be your prayer: Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy.

^{7 Ref} But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

^{8 Ref} Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him.

^{9 Ref} After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.