Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - Matthew 5:10-12
The Persecution of the Godly, And the Blessedness That Is Seen To Be Theirs As A Result. They Will Therefore Be Like The Prophets Of Old Who Were Also Persecuted (5:10-12). Analysis of Matthew 5:10-12 . a “Blessed ones, those who have been persecuted for righteousness’ sake (Matthew 5:10 a). b For theirs is the Kingly Rule of Heaven” (Matthew 5:10 b). c Blessed are you when men shall reproach you, and persecute you (Matthew 5:11 a). d And say all manner of evil against you falsely, for... read more
James Nisbet's Church Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 5:11-12
PROTECTION ON EARTH: REWARD IN HEAVEN‘Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you: … great is your reward in heaven.’ Matthew 5:11-2 Kings : Revelation 7:2, portion for Epistle for All Saints’ Day, should be read in connection with this Beatitude.Our Lord’s first offers, His first promises and calls, tell of persecution, slander, and reviling; not of ease, honour, and worldly favour. His first promises do not even enlarge on the future glory. All that He does is to pronounce them ‘Blessed.’ All... read more