Matthew 5:5 (KJV) speaks to meekness, humility, and blessedness — words set in Matthew, the Gospel that presents Jesus as the promised King. Read it unhurried, and let it become a prayer you return to.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.”
James 4:10“I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.”
Luke 18:14“And he sat down, and called the twelve, and saith unto them, If any man desire to be first, the same shall be last of all, and servant of all.”
Mark 9:35“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 5:3“By humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and honour, and life.”
Proverbs 22:4“And whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant:”
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Common questions
What does Matthew 5:5 mean?
In the King James Version, Matthew 5:5 reads: "Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth." The verse speaks to meekness, humility, and blessedness. 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 5:5 in the King James Version?
Yes. "Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth." is Matthew 5:5 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Matthew chapter 5.
What are some related Bible verses to Matthew 5:5?
Verses that sit beside Matthew 5:5 include James 4:10, Luke 18:14, and Mark 9:35. Reading them alongside Matthew 5:5 deepens the theme of meekness.
How can I pray with Matthew 5:5?
Read Matthew 5:5 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.