A moral life as found through the words of Christ in the Sermon on the Mount ,
" Blessed are the poor in spirit , for theirs is the kingdom of heaven . “ Blessed are those who mourn , for they shall be comforted . " Blessed are the meek , for they shall inherit the earth . " Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness , for they shall be satisfied . " Blessed are the merciful , for they shall obtain mercy . “ Blessed are the pure in heart , for they shall see God . " Blessed are the peacemakers , for they shall be called sons of God . “ Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness ' sake , for theirs is the kingdom of heaven . " Blessed are you when men revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account . Rejoice and be glad , for your reward is great in heaven , for so men persecuted the prophets who were before you . ( Mt 5:1-12 RSV )