Chapter 6 6:1 acts of righteousness. This verse introduces the discussion of three acts of righteousness: (1) giving (vv. 2–4), (2) praying (vv. 5–15) and (3) fasting (vv. 16–18). 6:10 your kingdom come. A reference to the future consummation of the kingdom. 6:11 bread. Represents the necessities, but not the luxuries, of life. 6:12 debts. Moral debts, i.e., sins (see note on Lk 11:4). 6:17 put oil on your head and wash your face. Jews put ashes on their heads when fasting. Putting