5. ¡ñ True happiness, as illuminated in the Beatitudes,
is a profound and lasting joy that goes beyond
momentary pleasures.
¡ñ We can live in peace, experience true happiness,
and be truly blessed if we follow these
Beatitudes.
6. ¡ñ Many believe material possessions will bring them true
happiness. Our satisfaction will only last temporarily when
we own material goods.
¡ñ In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus teaches us about the Eight
Beatitudes to achieve genuine happiness by following
God's commands and will. He desired true happiness for
us.
7. 1. "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for
theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven."
? True happiness begins with recognizing our
spiritual poverty and dependence on God.
? It involves humility, acknowledging that God's
presence can only fulfill our deepest needs.
8. 1. "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for
theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven."
? Spiritual poverty is when your heart feels empty
or sad because it does not have essential things
like love, kindness, and understanding.
? It is like having a treasure chest with no treasures
that make you feel warm and happy
9. 1. "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for
theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven."
? It also means accepting our weaknesses and
limitations, which may make us more ready to
help and encourage one another, primarily in our
family and community.
10. 2. "Blessed are those who mourn, for
they will be comforted."
? "Those who mourn" refers to individuals who
experience grief, sorrow, or deep sadness.
? It is not just limited to mourning over the loss of
a loved one but can encompass various forms of
emotional and spiritual mourning.
11. 2. "Blessed are those who mourn, for
they will be comforted."
? "They will be comforted" conveys Jesus' promise
that they will receive comfort, solace, and healing
from God, who provides strength and peace in
times of sorrow.
12. 2. "Blessed are those who mourn, for
they will be comforted."
? It also conveys that family members are
responsible for supporting and caring for one
another when they are grieving or going through
a difficult time.
? It teaches us to understand one another's
feelings and to help one another through trying
13. 3."Blessed are the meek, for they
will inherit the Earth."
? "Meek" refers to a gentle and humble spirit
characterized by humility and a lack of arrogance
or pride.
? The promise "they will inherit the Earth"
suggests a future reward or blessing for the
meek.
14. 3."Blessed are the meek, for they
will inherit the Earth."
? The meek are seen as heirs to God's promises
and blessings, including the promise of a fulfilled
and meaningful life in both spiritual and earthly
terms.
15. 3."Blessed are the meek, for they
will inherit the Earth."
? It additionally suggests the family's responsibility to
treat one another with kindness, tolerance, and
humility.
? Being "meek" in the family involves treating one
another with consideration and respect rather than
using strong words.
16. 4. "Blessed are those who hunger and
thirst for righteousness, for they will be
filled."
? "Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness
really want what is good and fair.
? They do not just casually care; they sincerely and
earnestly long for goodness and justice in their
lives and the world.
17. 4. "Blessed are those who hunger and
thirst for righteousness, for they will be
filled."
? "They will be filled" is Jesus' promise that they
find satisfaction and fulfillment.
? This beatitude emphasizes the value of a
righteous and just life and the fulfillment that
comes from aligning one's desires with God's
moral order.
18. 4. "Blessed are those who hunger and
thirst for righteousness, for they will be
filled."
? It also encourages a desire for justice, fairness,
and proper behavior within the family, which is
connected to realizing the family's obligation to
one another.
? It teaches us to uphold moral values and to act
with integrity toward each other.
19. As the Beatitudes make clear, true
happiness depends on a heart changed by
God's love rather than outside
circumstances. Seeking God's will, abiding
by His precepts, and accepting the
principles of the Kingdom are the means to
it.
