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Which of these Beatitudes directly relates to a person's internal state or character, rather than their outward circumstances?
Which of these Beatitudes directly relates to a person's internal state or character, rather than their outward circumstances?
Which Beatitude connects the state of being 'pure in heart' to a specific reward?
Which Beatitude connects the state of being 'pure in heart' to a specific reward?
Which Beatitude might be interpreted as suggesting that those who actively pursue justice will be rewarded with satisfaction?
Which Beatitude might be interpreted as suggesting that those who actively pursue justice will be rewarded with satisfaction?
Which Beatitude emphasizes a connection between compassion and divine favor?
Which Beatitude emphasizes a connection between compassion and divine favor?
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Which Beatitude could be interpreted as suggesting that adversity faced for righteous causes leads to a positive outcome?
Which Beatitude could be interpreted as suggesting that adversity faced for righteous causes leads to a positive outcome?
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Flashcards
Blessed are the poor in spirit
Blessed are the poor in spirit
Those who are humble and recognize their need for God will receive the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn
Blessed are those who mourn
People who grieve will find comfort in their sorrow.
Blessed are the meek
Blessed are the meek
The gentle and humble will inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness
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Blessed are the merciful
Blessed are the merciful
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Study Notes
Beatitudes
- The Beatitudes are eight blessings in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:3-10).
- Each Beatitude describes a quality or state of being that is seen as blessed by God.
- The poor in spirit will inherit the kingdom of heaven.
- Those who mourn will be comforted.
- The meek will inherit the earth.
- Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled.
- The merciful will be shown mercy.
- The pure in heart will see God.
- Peacemakers will be called children of God.
- Those persecuted for righteousness will inherit the kingdom of heaven.
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Description
Explore the eight Beatitudes presented in the Sermon on the Mount. Each blessing highlights spiritual qualities and states of being that are recognized as blessed by God. Test your understanding of these teachings and their significance in Christian theology.
