Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
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Theophylact of Ochrid
AD 1107
First He lays down humility as a foundation. Since Adam fell through pride, Christ raises us up by humility; for Adam had aspired to become God. The "poor in spirit’’ are those whose pride is crushed and who are contrite in soul.
