Matthew 6:5-15

5 "And when praying, you must not be like the hypocrites. They are fond of standing and praying in the synagogues or at the corners of the wider streets, in order that men may see them. I solemnly tell you that they already have their reward.

6 But you, whenever you pray, go into your own room and shut the door: then pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father--He who sees in secret--will recompense you.

7 "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.

8 Do not, however, imitate them; for your Father knows what things you need before ever you ask Him.

9 "In this manner therefore pray: `Our Father who art in Heaven, may Thy name be kept holy;

10 let Thy kingdom come; let Thy will be done, as in Heaven so on earth;

11 give us to-day our bread for the day;

12 and forgive us our shortcomings, as we also have forgiven those who have failed in their duty towards us;

13 and bring us not into temptation, but rescue us from the Evil one.'

14 "For if you forgive others their offences, your Heavenly Father will forgive you also;

15 but if you do not forgive others their offences, neither will your Father forgive yours.