^{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} In praying, don't use vain repetitions, as the Gentiles do; for they think that they will be heard for their much speaking.

^{8 Ref} Therefore don't be like them, for your Father knows what things you need, before you ask him.

^{9 Ref} Pray like this: 'Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy.