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Luther's Small Catechism Explained in Questions and Answers

Chapter 69: THE FIRST PETITION.
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An abridged question-and-answer exposition of a Lutheran catechism, translated into plain English for young readers, offers clear explanations of the Ten Commandments, the three articles of the Creed (creation, redemption, sanctification), and the Lord's Prayer. Each brief question prompts a concise answer that interprets theological phrases, links doctrine to everyday duties, and emphasizes fearing, loving, and trusting God, repentance and forgiveness, and right conduct. Scripture quotations are used to support the explanations, and the translator prioritizes simplicity and devotional clarity while preserving the catechetical teaching structure.

281. What is the importance of the words "who art in heaven"?

By these words we are reminded of the exalted love and power of our heavenly Father, far above that of any earthly father.

Matt. 7:11. If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?


THE FIRST PETITION.

Hallowed be Thy name.

That is,

The name of God is indeed holy in itself; but we pray in this petition that it may be hallowed also among us.

This is done when the Word of God is rightly taught, and when we as the children of God live holy lives in obedience to the Word. This grant us, heavenly Father!

But he that teaches and lives otherwise than the Word of God teaches, profanes the name of God among us. From this preserve us, heavenly Father!