²⁵ The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him,
    to the one who seeks him;^(A)

⁶ Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
    for they will be filled.^(A)

⁷ Blessed are the merciful,
    for they will be shown mercy.^(A)

¹⁰ Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,^(A)
    for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.^(B)