THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT

5 When he saw the crowds, he went up on the mountain,f and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. 2 ThenC he began to teach them, saying:g

THE BEATITUDES

3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit,h

for the kingdom of heaveni is theirs.

4 Blessed are those who mourn,j

for they will be comforted.

5 Blessed are the humble,k

for they will inherit the earth.

6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,l

for they will be filled.

7 Blessed are the merciful,

for they will be shown mercy.m