Matthew 5:3-12  "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. • "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. • "Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth. • "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. • "Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. • "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. • "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. • "Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. • "Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. • "Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

Luke 11:28  But He said, "On the contrary, blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it."

Revelation 22:14  Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they may have the right to the tree of life, and may enter by the gates into the city.

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