Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.
Use
Repetitions
The heathen
Bible References
Use
Acts 19:34
but when they knew he was a Jew, they cry'd out one and all for the space of two hours, "great is Diana of the Ephesians."
Repetitions
Matthew 26:39
Then advancing a little further, he fell prostrate in prayer, and said, "O my father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not mine, but thy will be done."
The heathen
Matthew 6:32
things which the Gentiles are so thoughtful about, and which your heavenly Father knows that you want.
Matthew 18:17
if he does not relent, tell it to the church: but if he is not moved by the church, show him no more regard than you would to a pagan or a publican.