1. Jesus saw the crowds. So he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him.
2. Then he began to teach them. He said,
3. "Blessed are those who are spiritually needy. The kingdom of heaven belongs to them.
4. Blessed are those who are sad. They will be comforted.
5. Blessed are those who are free of pride. They will be given the earth.
6. Blessed are those who are hungry and thirsty for what is right. They will be filled.
7. Blessed are those who show mercy. They will be shown mercy.
8. Blessed are those whose hearts are pure. They will see God.