Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs. You are blessed when… Read More... "Blessed are the Persecuted"
Articles related to the interpretation and analysis of the Old Testament and New Testament. These articles will explore the text using linguistic studies, archeology and historical evidence, literary theory, and philosophical/sociological perspectives.
Blessed are the Pure in Heart
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8 Pure is the Greek word katharos. Speaks… Read More... "Blessed are the Pure in Heart"
Blessed are the Merciful
Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. matthew 5:7 The results of the hear that is poor in… Read More... "Blessed are the Merciful"
Blessed are Those Who Hunger and Thirst
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. MATTHEW 5:6 The first three verses… Read More... "Blessed are Those Who Hunger and Thirst"
Blessed are the Meek
Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. Matthew 5:5 “But the meek shall inherit the earth, and… Read More... "Blessed are the Meek"
Those Who Mourn
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4 The term for mourn is that of deep… Read More... "Those Who Mourn"
Poor in Spirit
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3 What does it mean to… Read More... "Poor in Spirit"
READ, MEDITATE, PRAY, CONTEMPLATE
“Reading without meditation is arid, meditation without reading is erroneous; prayer without meditation is tepid, meditation without prayer is fruitless.”… Read More... "READ, MEDITATE, PRAY, CONTEMPLATE"