Jesus concludes the Beatitudes with, "Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of

Jesus says, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” This compound word is used nowhere else in the Bible.

Jesus says, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” The pure heart is sincere, without impure thoughts.

Jesus says, “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.” Mercy is perhaps God’s most defining characteristic.