28. The Sermon on the Mount — True Happiness (Matthew 5:1~12)

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