Bible dictionary for children
Beatitudes
The Beatitudes are Jesus' sayings that begin with blessed.
In simple words
What does it mean?
The Beatitudes are Jesus' sayings that begin with blessed. They describe the people and qualities honored in God's kingdom.
Talk about it
Which quality in the Beatitudes helps other people?
An example from the Bible
Matthew 5 includes blessings for the merciful and the peacemakers. Jesus' words challenge the idea that only powerful or comfortable people are blessed.
Read Matthew 5:3 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
Read the surrounding passage to see who is speaking and how this word or idea is being used. The linked reading opens the full chapter.
Related reading: Matthew 5:3
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
