The Eighth Beatitude: Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. This Beatitude goes on to say “Blessed are you when people revile you ...

In his address from the library of the apostolic palace, the pope concluded his cycle of catechesis on the beatitudes. He said that the eighth beatitude, "Blessed are they who are persecuted for ...

But to do so willingly is the heart of the eighth beatitude. When some of us stand up to the bully, we may all be persecuted in the name of God's righteousness.

Vatican City, Apr 29, 2020 / 04:15 am. The eight beatitudes proclaimed by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount reveal the path from selfishness to holiness, Pope Francis said at his general audience ...

4. Jesus: Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Mother Teresa: “If you judge people, you have no time to love them.” “I prefer you to make ...

The eighth beatitude is for those who are persecuted and they were assured of the Kingdom of Heaven. The ninth is for those who are insulted, persecuted, ...

At Mass in Santa Martha, Pope Francis says that peace can also be lived in "tribulations", as indicated by the eighth beatitude: "Blessed are you when they revile you ...". The "gift of peace ...