KJV ORIGINAL
Give us day by day our daily bread.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Give us what we need to get through each day.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
It's okay to ask God for help with the basics, one day at a time.
📚 Historical Context
Jesus was teaching his disciples how to pray during his ministry in ancient Israel, a time when people relied on daily labor for basic sustenance in an agrarian society. This phrase draws from the Old Testament story of manna in the wilderness, where God provided food daily for the Israelites, emphasizing trust in divine provision over self-reliance. It reflects the cultural context of first-century Judaism, where prayer for daily needs was a common expression of faith and dependence on God.
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