Readings · Scripture
Matthew 5
Matthew 5:3–10 · King James Version · 8 verses
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
About this reading
These are eight sayings of Jesus from Matthew 5, each beginning "Blessed are", known as the Beatitudes. In Matthew's account Jesus goes up onto a mountain and teaches his disciples, and the Beatitudes open that teaching, the Sermon on the Mount, which runs through chapter 7.
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- King James Version, standardized text of 1769 (eBible.org)
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