1. When he saw the crowds, he went up the mountain. After he sat down his disciples came to him.
2. Then he began to teach them by saying:
3. “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to them.
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 satisfied.