Matthew 54

Matthew 5:4 is a significant verse in the Sermon on the Mount, positioned as the second Beatitude. It appears across various biblical translations, such as "Blessed are those who mourn" in the World English Bible, which promises comfort or consolation. This verse reflects connections with Luke 6:21 and draws parallels from Isaiah 61:2, indicating a transformation to emphasize spiritual themes.

Scholars interpret "mourn" here not as grief over losses but as concern for the oppressed. Early Christian sources further elaborate, interpreting it as referring to believers' sorrow over sin. Church Fathers contribute varying insights: Ambrose links mourning to acknowledging sin, Hilary specifies past sins, Chrysostom emphasizes comfort in both present and future blessings, and Augustine ties mourning to seeking eternal joys through the Holy Spirit. Collectively, these interpretations highlight the verse's focus on spiritual lamentation as a pathway to divine consolation.