7. Happy are those who are merciful to others; God will be merciful to them!
8. Happy are the pure in heart; they will see God!
9. Happy are those who work for peace; God will call them his children!
10. Happy are those who are persecuted because they do what God requires; the Kingdom of heaven belongs to them!
11. “Happy are you when people insult you and persecute you and tell all kinds of evil lies against you because you are my followers.
12. Be happy and glad, for a great reward is kept for you in heaven. This is how the prophets who lived before you were persecuted.