1. Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up a mountain. He sat down and his disciples came to him.
2. He taught them, saying:
3. “Happy are people who are hopeless, because the kingdom of heaven is theirs.
4. “Happy are people who grieve, because they will be made glad.
5. “Happy are people who are humble, because they will inherit the earth.
6. “Happy are people who are hungry and thirsty for righteousness, because they will be fed until they are full.
7. “Happy are people who show mercy, because they will receive mercy.
8. “Happy are people who have pure hearts, because they will see God.
9. “Happy are people who make peace, because they will be called God’s children.