Matthew 5:9

In 9 translations

BSB

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.

KJV

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

WEB

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.

ASV

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called sons of God.

LSV

Blessed the peacemakers—because they will be called sons of God.

YLT

'Happy the peacemakers — because they shall be called Sons of God.

DBY

Blessed the peace-makers, for they shall be called sons of God.Elohim

DRC

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called children of God.

GNV

Blessed are the peace makers: for they shall be called the children of God.

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Words in brackets are English the glossers added; the Greek has no word for them, and they can carry a choice of tense or meaning.

Original-language editions

SBLGNT

μακάριοι οἱ εἰρηνοποιοί, ὅτι αὐτοὶ υἱοὶ θεοῦ κληθήσονται.

RP2018

Μακάριοι οἱ εἰρηνοποιοί· ὅτι αὐτοὶ υἱοὶ θεοῦ κληθήσονται.

TR-Boyd

Μακάριοι οἱ εἰρηνοποιοί· ὅτι αὐτοὶ υἱοὶ Θεοῦ κληθήσονται.

SCR1894

μακαριοι οι ειρηνοποιοι οτι αυτοι υιοι θεου κληθησονται

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Cross-references most cited first

• Hebrews 12:14Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.
• James 3:16–18For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit,…
• Romans 12:18If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone.
• Galatians 5:22But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
• Psalms 120:6Too long have I dwelt among those who hate peace.
• Romans 8:14For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.
• Luke 6:35But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them, expecting nothing in return. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He is kind to the ungrateful and wicked.
• Romans 14:17–19For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. For whoever serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and approved by men. So then, let us…
• Ephesians 5:1–2Be imitators of God, therefore, as beloved children, and walk in love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant sacrificial offering to God.
• 2 Corinthians 13:11Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.
• James 1:19–20My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires.
• Psalms 122:6–8Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you prosper. May there be peace within your walls, and prosperity inside your fortresses.” For the sake of my brothers and friends, I will say, “Peace be within you.”
• 2 Timothy 2:22–24Flee from youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, together with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. But reject foolish and ignorant speculation, for you know that it breeds…
• Psalms 82:6–7I have said, ‘You are gods; you are all sons of the Most High.’ But like mortals you will die, and like rulers you will fall.”
• Colossians 3:13Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
• Matthew 5:48Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.

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