The 8 Beatitudes of Jesus
The Beatitudes open Jesus' most famous sermon — the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7). Each "blessed" declaration turns the world's values upside down, revealing who is truly happy in God's eyes.
“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
— Matthew 5:3
Those who recognize their spiritual neediness and dependence on God. Humility before God is the gateway to His kingdom.
“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.”
— Matthew 5:4
Those who grieve over sin — their own and the world's — will receive God's deep comfort. Mourning leads to healing.
“Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.”
— Matthew 5:5
The meek aren't weak — they're strong people who choose restraint. God entrusts the world to the gentle, not the aggressive.
“Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.”
— Matthew 5:6
Those who desperately desire to live rightly before God will be satisfied. The longing itself is blessed.
“Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.”
— Matthew 5:7
Show compassion and you'll receive it. Mercy is a circle — what you give comes back to you.
“Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.”
— Matthew 5:8
Single-minded devotion to God, with no hidden agendas or divided loyalties, leads to experiencing His presence.
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.”
— Matthew 5:9
Those who actively work to reconcile and bring peace reflect God's own character. They're doing the family business.
“Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
— Matthew 5:10
Suffering for doing right is not a sign of God's absence — it's a badge of belonging to His kingdom.