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"And when praying, do not use needless repetitions as the Gentiles do, for they expect to be listened to because of their multitude of words.
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Do not, however, imitate them; for your Father knows what things you need before ever you ask Him.
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"In this manner therefore pray: `Our Father who art in Heaven, may Thy name be kept holy;
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let Thy kingdom come; let Thy will be done, as in Heaven so on earth;
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give us to-day our bread for the day;
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and forgive us our shortcomings, as we also have forgiven those who have failed in their duty towards us;
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and bring us not into temptation, but rescue us from the Evil one.'
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"For if you forgive others their offences, your Heavenly Father will forgive you also;
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but if you do not forgive others their offences, neither will your Father forgive yours.
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"When any of you fast, never assume gloomy looks as the hypocrites do; for they disfigure their faces in order that it may be evident to men that they are fasting. I solemnly tell you that they already have their reward.
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But, whenever you fast, pour perfume on your hair and wash your face,