Hymnal: Worship (3rd ed.) #620 (1986) Meter: Irregular Lyrics: 1 O blessed are the poor in spirit;
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
2 O blessed are those who mourn;
for they shall be comforted.
3 O blessed are the meek;
for they shall inherit the earth.
4 O blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness;
for they shall be satisfied.
5 O blessed are the merciful;
for they shall obtain mercy.
6 O blessed are the pure in heart;
for they shall see God.
7 O blessed are the peacemakers;
for they shall be called the children of God.
8 O blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake;
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
9 O blessed are you when the world reviles you and persecutes you;
and utters all manner of evil against you falsely for my sake.
10 Rejoice and be exceedingly glad;
for great is your reward in heaven. Topics: Ordinary Time 4, Year A; Ordinary Time 6, Year B; All Saints (November 1); Christian Life; Comfort; Discipleship; Mercy; Ministry; Peace; Poverty; Saints; Suffering Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12 Languages: English Tune Title: KONTAKION
O Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit