1. One day as he saw the crowds gathering, Jesus went up on the mountainside and sat down. His disciples gathered around him,
2. and he began to teach them.
3. “God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him,for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.
4. God blesses those who mourn,for they will be comforted.
5. God blesses those who are humble,for they will inherit the whole earth.
6. God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice,for they will be satisfied.