Jesus began at the very center of human need—the longing for contentment. “Blessed are—,” He pronounced. The phrase blessed are can be translated happy are. The Greek language has two words for happiness. One indicates a happiness derived from external sources. The other, the one used here, denotes happiness that comes from within. The former draws joy from circumstances: good weather, good health, and good friends; possessions, position, and prestige. That brand of happiness seldom brings lasting