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NASB | Matthew 6:7 ¶ "And when you are praying, do not use meaningless repetition as the Gentiles do, for they suppose that they will be heard for their many words. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 6:7 ¶ "And when you pray, do not use meaningless repetition as the Gentiles do, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. [1 Kin 18:25-29] |
Subject: asking for things in vain, over and over |
Bible Note: "Prayers are not to be merely recited, nor are our words to be repeated thoughtlessly, or as if they were automatic formulas. But this is not a prohibition against importunity (see notes on Luke 11:1-8)." The MacArthur Study Bible |