Matthew 6:8

Updated: June 3, 2025
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Therefore don’t be like them, for your Father knows what things you need, before you ask him.
World English Bible (WEB)
Be{G3666} not{G3361} ye{G3666} therefore{G3767} like{G3666}{(G5686)} unto them{G846}: for{G1063} your{G5216} Father{G3962} knoweth{G1492}{(G5758)} what things{G3739} ye have{G2192}{(G5719)} need of{G5532}, before{G4253} ye{G5209} ask{G154}{(G5658)} him{G846}.
KJV with Strongs
(8) Therefore, don't be like them, for your Father knows your business before you ask Him.
The F.O.G
Don't imitate their shallow approach. Your Father knows exactly what you need before you even ask Him.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
be ye not therefore like to them, for your Father doth know those things that ye have need of before your asking him;
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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