1. When He saw the crowds, He went up on the mountain, and after He sat down, His disciples came to Him.
2. Then He began to teach them, saying:
3. “The poor in spirit are blessed, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.
4. Those who mourn are blessed, for they will be comforted.
5. The gentle are blessed, for they will inherit the earth.
6. Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness are blessed, for they will be filled.
7. The merciful are blessed,for they will be shown mercy.