The Eight Beatitudes of Jesus ---- By alyse holmes

The Eight Beatitudes of Jesus ---- By alyse holmes

The eight beatitudes are the set of teachings by Jesus and appear in the gospels of Matthew and Luke.

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Hallow are those who are open to change and know that they have done wrong but are willing to be a better person.

Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

Happy are those who are able to accepts sorrows in life but can keep growing and being hopeful during sad situations.

Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.

Godly are those who are submissive, for they shall be given the earth.

Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.

Divine are those who have high ideals, treat people justly and desire t have a relationship with God.

Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.

Blissful are those who help others without looking for anything in return.

Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God.

Delighted are those who love from the heart within, for they shall have a relationship with God.

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.

Gratified are those who make peace for they shall always be a child of God.

Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Content are they who are persistent for the sake of righteousness, for they are invited to be a child of God.