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Rediscover the Lord’s Prayer in its original Aramaic—a transformative meditation that reveals the spiritual depth, poetic beauty, and Kingdom message of Jesus’ own words.

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For centuries, Christians have prayed the Lord’s Prayer, often without grasping its full depth. What many recite by habit is, in truth, a profound roadmap for the soul: a covenant of trust, a pattern of discipleship, and a pathway into the very presence of God. This book uncovers the prayer as Jesus first taught it, restoring the force, intimacy, and transforming power of its original meaning. Each petition is explored not as a phrase to memorize, but as a step to live, from “Our Father” to “Deliver us from the evil one.” Here, prayer becomes transformation. It grounds our identity as children of the Father, reorients us to His kingdom, sustains us with daily provision, liberates us through forgiveness, and secures us in divine victory. This is not merely a prayer to be spoken, it is a life to be lived, a journey to be walked, a divine invitation to draw nearer to the heart of God. Rediscovering the Forgotten Power of the Lord’s Prayer. Every time you pray these words with understanding, you are not only speaking to God, you are being transformed by Him.

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Discover the Prayer as Jesus Spoke It — And Let It Transform Your Life The Original Lord’s Prayer invites you into a profound spiritual encounter with the words Jesus most likely spoke in His own language — Aramaic. Far more than a liturgical recitation, this ancient prayer is a doorway to the heart of God and a blueprint for daily transformation. This beautifully crafted volume unpacks the Lord’s Prayer line by line, revealing layers of meaning often lost in translation. With theological insight, meditative reflection, and poetic depth, it guides readers into a sacred rhythm of living in God’s presence — with open hands, a surrendered heart, and a spirit attuned to the movement of Heaven on Earth. Whether you are a scholar, seeker, or soul longing for renewal, The Original Lord’s Prayer will awaken your understanding, deepen your devotion, and draw you closer to the Father who longs to be known. Pray it slowly. Live it humbly. Return to it often.

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John Olsen (b. 1969) is a Dutch theologian with a profound passion for unveiling the Kingdom of God in Spirit and in Truth. He holds a degree in Theology from Lee University (Cleveland, Tennessee, USA), where he specialized in pneumatology and New Testament studies. His scholarly and ministerial work centers on rediscovering Jesus’ proclamation of the Father’s Kingdom—not as an abstract doctrine, but as a living reality that calls for inner transformation, spiritual maturity, and social renewal. Originally shaped by a naturalistic and Darwinian worldview, Olsen experienced a radical spiritual awakening through a personal encounter with the Holy Spirit. This transformative moment marked the beginning of a lifelong pursuit of an authentic, Spirit-led faith that transcends institutional religion. His theological vision affirms the Kingdom of God as the original pattern for human flourishing—a life rooted in truth, grace, power, and intimacy with the Father. With clarity of thought, theological depth, and spiritual insight, Olsen invites his readers to behold the Kingdom as Jesus revealed it: near, transformative, and radically gracious.

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1. Preface 2. The Original Lord’s Prayer (Aramaic) 3. Word-by-Word Breakdown and Commentary 4. Line-by-Line Theological Reflections 5. English Parallel Translation 6. Devotional Meditations 7. Praying the Prayer in Daily Life 8. The Prayer as Breath and Spirit 9. Contemplative Practices for the Lord’s Prayer 10. Epilogue: Living the Prayer 11. Suggested Reading & Bibliography

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