1. Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to Him, 2 He began to teach them.

. 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 the children of God.

10.Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,

For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

 11. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me,

12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in Heaven, for in the same way, they persecuted the prophets who were before you.