Simple explanation:
Blessed are the poor in
spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Poor in spirit = humble
Blessed are they who mourn,
for they shall be comforted.
Mourn = sad that the world we live in is
inperfect, with sins.
Blessed are the meek,
for they shall inherit the earth.
meek = be gentle and kind. not prone to
anger
Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they shall be satisfied.
hunger... righteousness = seeking for justice +
people who are honest
Blessed are the merciful,
for they shall obtain mercy.
as aboved. Love, compassion, and
forgiveness.
Blessed are the pure of heart,
for they shall see God.
Pure = not selfish and being selfless. It does
not mean being naive.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called children of God.
peacemaker = bring peace to oneself and
others.
Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of
righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
People who are
persecuted for the sake of Christianity.
Kingdom of
Heaven = The place given to the people, aka chosen ones, after
they die.
"Your kingdom
comes, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven".
Final place of
Kingdom of Heaven = Earth.
