Matthew 5:2-12

2and, having opened his mouth, he taught them, saying,

3Blessed [are] the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of the heavens.

4Blessed they that mourn, for they shall be comforted.

5Blessed the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.

6Blessed they who hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled.

7Blessed the merciful, for they shall find mercy.

8Blessed the pure in heart, for they shall see 1God.

9Blessed the peace-makers, for they shall be called sons of 2God.

10Blessed they who are persecuted on account of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of the heavens.

11Blessed are ye when they may reproach and persecute you, and say every wicked thing against you, lying, for my sake.

12Rejoice and exult, for your reward is great in the heavens; for thus have they persecuted the prophets who were before you.