Matthew 5:1-10

Introduction to the Sermon on the Mount

1 Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him,

and he began to teach them.

The Beatitudes

2 He said:

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

4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

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.

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

Cross References

• 1. ver 10,19; S Matthew 25:34
• 2. Isaiah 61:2,3; Revelation 7:17
• 3. Psalms 37:11; Romans 4:13
• 4. Isaiah 55:1,2
• 5. S James 2:13
• 6. Psalms 24:3,4; Psalms 73:1
• 7. Psalms 17:15; Psalms 42:2; Hebrews 12:14; Revelation 22:4
• 8. James 3:18; S Romans 14:19
• 9. ver 44,45; S Romans 8:14
• 10. S 1 Peter 3:14
• 11. ver 3,19; S Matthew 25:34