Matthew 5:5

In 9 translations

BSB

Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.Or Blessed are those who exercise strength under control, for they will inherit the land; see Psalms 37:11.

KJV

Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

WEB

Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth.or, land.

ASV

Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

LSV

Blessed the meek—because they will inherit the land.

YLT

'Happy the meek — because they shall inherit the land.

DBY

Blessed the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.

DRC

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.

GNV

Blessed are the meeke: for they shall inherite the earth.

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Original-language editions

SBLGNT

μακάριοι οἱ πραεῖς, ὅτι αὐτοὶ κληρονομήσουσι τὴν γῆν.

RP2018

Μακάριοι οἱ πρᾳεῖς· ὅτι αὐτοὶ κληρονομήσουσιν τὴν γῆν.

TR-Boyd

Μακάριοι οἱ πρᾳεῖς· ὅτι αὐτοὶ κληρονομήσουσι τὴν γῆν.

SCR1894

μακαριοι οι πραεις οτι αυτοι κληρονομησουσιν την γην

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• Psalms 37:11But the meek will inherit the land and delight in abundant prosperity.
• Isaiah 29:19The humble will increase their joy in the LORD, and the poor among men will rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.
• James 3:13Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
• Psalms 149:4For the LORD takes pleasure in His people; He adorns the afflicted with salvation.
• Galatians 5:23gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
• Colossians 3:12Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
• Matthew 11:29Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
• Psalms 25:9He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way.
• Numbers 12:3Now Moses was a very humble man, more so than any man on the face of the earth.
• James 1:21Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and every expression of evil, and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save your souls.
• Ephesians 4:2with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,
• Zephaniah 2:3Seek the LORD, all you humble of the earth who carry out His justice. Seek righteousness; seek humility. Perhaps you will be sheltered on the day of the LORD’s anger.
• 1 Peter 3:15But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,
• Titus 3:2to malign no one, and to be peaceable and gentle, showing full consideration to everyone.
• Psalms 37:9For the evildoers will be cut off, but those who hope in the LORD will inherit the land.
• Psalms 69:32The humble will see and rejoice. You who seek God, let your hearts be revived!

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