In this lecture from our 2009 Deep in History conference, Dr. Scott Hahn examines the seven petitions of the Lord's Prayer, and takes a look at why this prayer is placed in the liturgy of the Mass after the consecration, and before the distribution of Holy Communion. He looks at the context in which Jesus teaches the prayer during the Sermon on the Mount, the significance of referring to God as "Father," and more. Dr. Hahn argues that the 'Our Father' is a prayer that we pray much, but ponder little; and argues that a better understanding of these words, which come directly from the lips of Jesus, can lead us to a deeper appreciation for our relationship with God.
