After, &c. Compare "When". Luke 11:2.

Our Father. See Exodus 4:22.Deuteronomy 32:6, &c. The idolater could say to his idol "Thou art my father", so Israel was bound to do So (Isaiah 63:16; Isaiah 64:8). The Talmud so teaches.

Which. Who.

heaven. heavens. See note on Matthew 6:10.

Hallowed. Sanctified.

Thy. Note that the first three petitions are with respect to God, while the next four concern those who pray. God is to be put first in all prayer.

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