Matthew 5:3-5

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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.

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Cross References 3

1. ver 10,19; S Matthew 25:34
2. Isaiah 61:2,3; Revelation 7:17
3. Psalms 37:11; Romans 4:13

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