Matthew 6:11 cpdv — Give us this day our life-sustaining bread.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Give us this day our life-sustaining bread."

— Matthew 6:11, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Matthew 6 — Context

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Therefore, do not choose to imitate them. For your Father knows what your needs may be, even before you ask him.

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Therefore, you shall pray in this way: Our Father, who is in heaven: May your name be kept holy.

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May your kingdom come. May your will be done, as in heaven, so also on earth.

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Give us this day our life-sustaining bread.

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And forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors.

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And lead us not into temptation. But free us from evil. Amen.

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For if you will forgive men their sins, your heavenly Father also will forgive you your offenses.

Matthew 6:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 6:11 say?
Matthew 6:11 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Give us this day our life-sustaining bread.”
Where is Matthew 6:11 in the Bible?
Matthew 6:11 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 6, verse 11.
Who wrote Matthew?
Matthew is traditionally attributed to Matthew (Levi), tax-collector turned apostle. It was written c. AD 50–70.
What is the book of Matthew about?
Matthew presents Jesus as the long-awaited Jewish Messiah — son of David, son of Abraham, fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. Structured around five great teaching blocks including the Sermon on the Mount, it ends with the risen King commissioning his disciples to make disciples of all nations.
What are the major themes of Matthew?
Matthew explores themes including Kingdom of Heaven, Messiah, Fulfillment, Discipleship, Great Commission. These themes shape the meaning and context of Matthew 6:11.
What translation should I read Matthew 6:11 in?
Matthew 6:11 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Matthew 6:11?
Matthew 6:11 reads (CPDV): “Give us this day our life-sustaining bread.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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