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Happy are those who acknowledge their need

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1 Happy are those who acknowledge their need,
theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Happy are those who know sadness today,
for God shall uphold them for ever.
Laugh and rejoice! Sing and be ... (continues)

Written by: Michael Saward [Find texts by Michael Saward] [Find tunes by Michael Saward]

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Related Biblical passages:

  • Matthew - chapter 5 - verse(s) 03-12
  • Luke - chapter 6 - verse(s) 20-23

Theme(s) of this text:

  • Beatitudes
  • Kingdom of God, of Christ

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