Dictionary of Bible Themes: 1620 beatitudes, the

1620 beatitudes, the

Dictionary of Bible Themes

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The blessings pronounced by Jesus Christ in the Sermon on the Mount on those whose lives exhibit particular characteristics or qualities. These contrast sharply with popular values and outlooks.

The poor in spirit

Matthew 5:3 pp Luke 6:20 See also Psalm 69:32-33; Isaiah 61:1; Matthew 23:12; Luke 18:9-14

Those who mourn

Matthew 5:4 pp Luke 6:21 See also Psalm 51:17; Isaiah 57:18-21; Isaiah 61:1-3; Jeremiah 31:13; Revelation 7:17; Revelation 21:4

The meek

Matthew 5:5 See also Psalm 37:11; Zephaniah 3:11-12; Matthew 11:29

Those who hunger after righteousness

Matthew 5:6 pp Luke 6:21 See also Isaiah 55:1-2; Matthew 6:33; 2 Timothy 2:22; 1 Peter 3:12

The merciful

Matthew 5:7 See also Exodus 34:6-7; Daniel 9:9; Matthew 6:12 pp Luke 11:4; Matthew 6:14-15; Matthew 18:21-35; Luke 6:36; James 2:13

The pure in heart

Matthew 5:8 See also Psalm 24:3-5; Psalm 51:10; Psalm 73:1; 1 John 3:2-3

The peacemakers

Matthew 5:9 See also Psalm 34:14; Matthew 5:44-45; Romans 12:18; Romans 14:19; 2 Timothy 2:22; James 3:17-18

The righteous who suffer persecution

Matthew 5:10-12 pp Luke 6:22 See also John 15:18-21; 2 Timothy 3:10-12; James 1:12; 1 Peter 3:14,17; Peter 4:12-16