Matthew
“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 5:3
Matthew 5:3 (KJV) speaks to humility, blessedness, and emptiness — words set in Matthew, the Gospel that presents Jesus as the promised King. Read it aloud, and notice which words settle deepest.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“By humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and honour, and life.”
Proverbs 22:4“Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.”
Matthew 5:5“Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.”
James 4:10“Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:”
1 Peter 5:6“I am not worthy of the least of all the mercies, and of all the truth, which thou hast shewed unto thy servant; for with my staff I passed over this Jordan; and now I am become two bands.”
Genesis 32:10“But who am I, and what is my people, that we should be able to offer so willingly after this sort? for all things come of thee, and of thine own have we given thee.”
1 Chronicles 29:14
Common questions
What does Matthew 5:3 mean?
In the King James Version, Matthew 5:3 reads: "Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." The verse speaks to humility, blessedness, and emptiness. To read it well, take it in the flow of Matthew 5 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Matthew 5:3 in the King James Version?
Yes. "Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." is Matthew 5:3 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Matthew chapter 5.
What are some related Bible verses to Matthew 5:3?
Verses that sit beside Matthew 5:3 include Proverbs 22:4, Matthew 5:5, and James 4:10. Reading them alongside Matthew 5:3 deepens the theme of humility.
How can I pray with Matthew 5:3?
Read Matthew 5:3 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.