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Podcast: BIBLE IN TEN
Episode: Matthew 5:10
Description: Friday, 15 November 2024
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake,
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:10
“Blessed – those having been pursued for righteousness,
For theirs, it is, the kingdom of the heavens” (CG).
In the previous verse, Jesus noted the blessing of the pacificatory. Now, He continues with, “Blessed – those having been pursued for righteousness.”
The word translated as pursued, diókó, is introduced here. It signifies to put to flight, pursue, and so forth. For example, this is how it is used in Luke 17...