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Matthew 6:7–9

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Matthew 6:7

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

Matthew 6:8

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

Matthew 6:9

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

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DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:7

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

but

However; introducing a contrast with what precedes.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

use

Employment, purpose, or customary practice; as a verb, to employ or be accustomed.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

heathen

A Gentile or nation outside Israel; one associated with the worship of other gods, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

think

To form or hold a thought; to judge, suppose, intend, consider, remember, imagine, or esteem, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

much

A great quantity or degree; abundant in amount.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:8

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

like

Similar or of the same kind; in the same manner; likely; or, as a verb, to please.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · Webster 1828

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

need

Want: occasion for something; necessity; a state that requires supply or relief.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

before

Earlier than in time; in front of; in the presence of; or prior in order or rank, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

DEFINED WORDS

Matthew 6:9

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

After

Later than, behind, following, or in pursuit of, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

heaven

The expanse above the earth, including the sky or firmament; also the dwelling or throne of God, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

name

A word or appellation by which a person or thing is known; also reputation, character, authority, remembrance, or the person represented, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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From verse 7

  1. Ecclesiastes 5:2–3
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  2. Ecclesiastes 5:7
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  3. 1 Kings 18:26–29
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  4. Matthew 6:32
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  5. Matthew 26:44
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From verse 8

  1. Matthew 6:32
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  2. Luke 12:30
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  3. Philippians 4:6
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  4. John 16:23–27
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  5. Psalms 38:9
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From verse 9

  1. Revelation 4:11
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  2. Luke 11:1–4
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  3. Romans 8:15
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  4. Isaiah 64:8
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  5. Psalms 111:9
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