Devine Scripture

Matthew 6:8

Matthew chapter 6 · verse 8 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

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

KJV

King James Version · 1611

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

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

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

Context

v.7And in praying use not vain repetitions, as the Gentiles do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

v.8This passage

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

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • Luke 12:30

    For all these things do the nations of the world seek after: but your Father knoweth that ye have need of these things.

  • Psalms 38:9

    Lord, all my desire is before thee; And my groaning is not hid from thee.

  • Psalms 69:17

    And hide not thy face from thy servant; For I am in distress; answer me speedily.

  • Philippians 4:6

    In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

  • John 16:23

    And in that day ye shall ask me no question. Verily, verily, I say unto you, If ye shall ask anything of the Father, he will give it you in my name.

  • Matthew 6:32

    For after all these things do the Gentiles seek; for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.