RitualSong (2nd ed.) ‎#857

857. O Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit

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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.

Text Information

• First Line: O blessed are the poor in spirit
• Title: O Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit
• Meter: Irregular
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2016
• Scripture:
  Matthew 5:3-12
• Topic: Christian Life
• Source: The Beatitudes

Tune Information

• Name: KONTAKION
• Adapter: Richard Proulx, 1937-2010
• Meter: Irregular
• Key: F Major or modal
• Source: Russian Orthodox Liturgy
• Copyright: Adapt. © 1985, GIA Publications, Inc.