"BLESSED ARE;"                   

Matthew 5

The Beatitudes

 And seeing the multitudes, He went up on a mountain, and when He was seated His disciples came to Him. ² Then He opened His mouth and taught them, saying:

 

³ “Blessed are the poor in spirit,
    For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

⁴ Blessed are those who mourn,
    For they shall be comforted.

⁵ Blessed are the meek,
    For they shall inherit the earth.

⁶ Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
    For they shall be filled.

⁷ Blessed are the merciful,
    For they shall obtain mercy.

⁸ Blessed are the pure in heart,
    For they shall see God.

⁹ Blessed are the peacemakers,
    For they shall be called sons of God.

¹⁰ Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake,
    For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.