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1 ) And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him:
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2 ) And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying,
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3 ) Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
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4 ) Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
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5 ) Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
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6 ) Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
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7 ) Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
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8 ) Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.
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9 ) Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
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10 ) Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
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11 ) Blessed are all of you, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.
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12 ) Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.