New Testament · SCRIPTURE
Matthew 5:3
Compare this verse across Bible translations. BLB includes New Testament text only (publisher draft).
Berean Standard Bible
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
King James Version
Blessed [are] the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
World English Bible
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.
American Standard Version
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Berean Literal Bible
“Blessed [are] the poor in spirit, because theirs is the kingdom of the heavens.
READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Matthew 5
1 When Jesus saw the crowds, He went up on the mountain and sat down. His disciples came to Him,
2 and He began to teach them, saying:
3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
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