Matthew 5:3
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Matthew 5:3 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Matthew 5:3 is a verse from the book of Matthew in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Matthew 5:3 — KJV
“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
— Matthew 5:3 (KJV)
Matthew 5:3 in Context — About the Book of Matthew
Matthew presents Jesus as the promised King — Israel's Messiah who fulfils the prophets line by line. It preserves the Sermon on the Mount, the Lord's Prayer, and the Great Commission. Five great teaching blocks make it the church's first discipleship manual.
Cross-References for Matthew 5:3
“Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Shares key themes with Matthew 5:3: blessed, theirs, kingdom
“Huram said moreover, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, that made heaven and earth, who hath given to David the king a wise son, endued with prudence and understanding, that might build an house for the LORD, and an house for his kingdom. endued...: Heb. knowing prudence and understanding”
Shares key themes with Matthew 5:3: blessed, kingdom, heaven
“And at the end of the days I Nebuchadnezzar lifted up mine eyes unto heaven, and mine understanding returned unto me, and I blessed the most High, and I praised and honoured him that liveth for ever, whose dominion is an everlasting dominion, and his kingdom is from generation to generation:”
Shares key themes with Matthew 5:3: blessed, kingdom, heaven
“And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed be ye poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.”
Shares key themes with Matthew 5:3: blessed, poor, kingdom
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: places: or, things”
Shares key themes with Matthew 5:3: blessed, spirit, heaven
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