Matthew 5:1-12 1. When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside. When he had sat down, his disciples came to him. 2. He opened his mouth and taught them, saying: 3. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. 6. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. 7. Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy. 8. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. 9. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. 10. Blessed are those who have been persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of you. 12 Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.