260. Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit

1 Blessed are the poor in spirit,
claiming nothing as their own,
but as giv'n them by their Father
that his goodness may be shown.
Blest are they who share the sorrow
of their God's unchanging love;
they shall know his presence with them
and his promised comfort prove.

2 Blessed are the strong but gentle,
trained to serve a higher will,
wise to know the eternal purpose
which their Father shall fulfill.
Blest are they who with true passion
strive to make the right prevail,
for the earth is God's possession
and his purpose will not fail.

3 Blest are they who show their mercy
to the guilty and the poor,
for to them, set free from judgment,
shall be opened heaven's door.
Blessed, the sincere and truthful
from the lie's deception free,
for the God of truth and beauty
they in joy will surely see.

4 Blessed are the brave and peaceful,
bringing peace where'er they live,
God shall own them as his children
and through them his peace will give.
All for love and truth who suffer
in your God rejoice and sing;
he, the end of all your striving,
he, your Father, Lord and King.

Text Information
First Line: Blessed are the poor in spirit, claiming nothing as their own
Title: Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit
Author: Norman Elliott (1967)
Meter: 8.7.8.7 D
Language: English
Publication Date: 1985
Scripture: ; ;
Topic: Social Justice; Beatitudes
Tune Information
Name: CARCANT
Composer: Erik Routley (1967)
Meter: 8.7.8.7 D
Key: D♭ Major



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