Q. 122

What is the first petition?

A.

Hallowed be your name. That is: Grant us first of all that we may rightly know you, and sanctify, glorify, and praise you in all your works, in which shine forth your almighty power, wisdom, goodness, righteousness, mercy, and truth. Grant us also that we may so direct our whole life — our thoughts, words, and actions — that your name is not blasphemed because of us but always honoured and praised.

Scripture John 17:3 · Psalm 119:105 · Matthew 6:9 · Psalm 71:8