Matthew 5:3

King James Version (public domain)

Traditionally attributed to Matthew · 1st century AD · One of the twelve apostles of Jesus; tax collector by trade

Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Context

1And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him:

2And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying,

3Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

4Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.

5Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.