Matthew 5:6

Updated: June 3, 2025
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Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled.
World English Bible (WEB)
Blessed{G3107} are they which{G3588} do hunger{G3983}{(G5723)} and{G2532} thirst{G1372}{(G5723)} after righteousness{G1343}: for{G3754} they{G846} shall be filled{G5526}{(G5701)}.
KJV with Strongs
(6) Blessed are those hungry and thirsty for righteousness because they are filled.
The F.O.G
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness—who long for God's justice and holiness as desperately as starving people crave food. They will be thoroughly satisfied.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
‘Happy those hungering and thirsting for righteousness—because they shall be filled.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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