1Feb26 (26aO4) The Beatitudes overturn the world’s idea of being “blessed.” Jesus does not promise comfort or success, but true happiness—human flourishing rooted in God. Drawing on the Beatitudes and the Christian understanding of happiness, we are challenged to examine where we seek fulfillment. Real blessedness is found not in wealth, ease, or power, but in poverty of spirit, generosity, perseverance, and living for the Kingdom of Heaven.
