2. And having opened His mouth, He was teaching them, saying,
3. “Blessed are the poor in spirit, because theirs is the reign of the heavens.
4. “Blessed are those who mourn, because they shall be comforted.
5. “Blessed are the meek, because they shall inherit the earth.
6. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, because they shall be filled.
7. “Blessed are the compassionate, because they shall obtain compassion.
8. “Blessed are the clean in heart, because they shall see Elohim.
9. “Blessed are the peacemakers, because they shall be called sons of Elohim.
10. “Blessed are those persecuted for righteousness’ sake, because theirs is the reign of the heavens.
11. “Blessed are you when they reproach and persecute you, and falsely say every wicked word against you, for My sake.
12. “Rejoice and be glad, because your reward in the heavens is great. For in this way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
13. “You are the salt of the earth, but if the salt becomes tasteless, how shall it be seasoned? For it is no longer of any use but to be thrown out and to be trodden down by men.
14. “You are the light of the world. It is impossible for a city to be hidden on a mountain.
15. “Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it shines to all those in the house.
16. “Let your light so shine before men, so that they see your good works and praise your Father who is in the heavens.
17. “Do not think that I came to destroy the Torah or the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to complete.