Matthew 5:7

7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.

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Matthew 5:7 in Other Translations

KJV
7 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
ESV
7 "Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.
NLT
7 God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
MSG
7 "You're blessed when you care. At the moment of being 'carefull,' you find yourselves cared for.
CSB
7 Blessed are the merciful, because they will be shown mercy.

Matthew 5:7 In-Context

5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.

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