The Lord’s Prayer, also known as the “Our Father,” is a Christian prayer that is considered one of the most important and central prayers in Christianity. It is found in the New Testament of the Bible, specifically in the book of Matthew (Matthew 6:9-13) and also in the book of Luke (Luke 11:2-4). The prayer is attributed to Jesus Christ and is often recited by Christians in various denominations during worship services, personal prayer, and special occasions. Here is the text of the Lord’s Prayer:
Matthew 6:9-13 (New King James Version):
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Our Father in heaven,
Hallowed be Your name.
Your kingdom come.
Your will be done
On earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our debts,
As we forgive our debtors.
And do not lead us into temptation,
But deliver us from the evil one.
For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
Luke 11:2-4 (New King James Version):
Our Father in heaven,
Hallowed be Your name.
Your kingdom come.
Your will be done
On earth as it is in heaven.
Give us day by day our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins,
For we also forgive everyone who is indebted to us.
And do not lead us into temptation,
But deliver us from the evil one.
The Lord’s Prayer is a model of how Christians are encouraged to pray, emphasizing reverence for God, submission to His will, reliance on His provision, and the importance of forgiveness. It serves as a foundational prayer for many Christians and is often recited in times of worship and reflection.
