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 shall inherit the earth.

6 Blessed [are] those who 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 sons of God.

10 Blessed [are] those who have been persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

11 "Blessed are you whenever they revile you, and they persecute you, and they say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake.

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