My son, despise not the chastening of the Lord; neither be weary of his correction: For whom the Lord loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.

Proverbs 3: 11-12

How blessed are the poor in spirit: the kingdom of heaven is theirs.


Blessed are the gentle: they shall have the earth as inheritance.


Blessed are those who mourn: they shall be comforted.


Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for uprightness: they shall have their fill.


Blessed are the merciful: they shall have mercy shown them.


Blessed are the pure in heart: they shall see God.


Blessed are the peacemakers: they shall be recognized as children of God.


Blessed are those who are persecuted in the cause of uprightness: the kingdom of heaven is theirs.

Jesus, Matthew 5:3-11, The New Jerusalem Bible