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13     and do not subject us to the final test,[a]
        but deliver us from the evil one.(A)

14 [b]If you forgive others their transgressions, your heavenly Father will forgive you.(B) 15 But if you do not forgive others, neither will your Father forgive your transgressions.(C)

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  1. 6:13 Jewish apocalyptic writings speak of a period of severe trial before the end of the age, sometimes called the “messianic woes.” This petition asks that the disciples be spared that final test.
  2. 6:14–15 These verses reflect a set pattern called “Principles of Holy Law.” Human action now will be met by a corresponding action of God at the final judgment.

13 And lead us not into temptation,[a](A)
    but deliver us from the evil one.[b](B)

14 For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.(C) 15 But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.(D)

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Footnotes

  1. Matthew 6:13 The Greek for temptation can also mean testing.
  2. Matthew 6:13 Or from evil; some late manuscripts one, / for yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.