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Blessed are the poor in spirit,

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Blessed are those who mourn,

for they will be comforted.

Blessed are the meek,

for they will inherit the earth.

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,

for they will be filled.

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven

You are the salt of the earth.

You are the light of the world.

Blessed are the merciful,

for they will be shown mercy.

Blessed are the pure in heart,

for they will see God.

Blessed are the peacemakers,

for they will be called children of God.

Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven

Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and

falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me.

Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven,

for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

You are the salt of the earth

You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.

Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.