Matthew 5:2-12

2 And 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 they that mourn : for they shall be comforted .

5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after 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 the children of God.

10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

11 Blessed are ye , when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil * against you falsely , for my sake *.

12 Rejoice , and be exceeding glad : for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.

Footnotes

• [a]. falsely: Gr. lying