Blessed are the merciful, For they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, For they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, For they will be called sons of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, for great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.