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What does the Bible say about mourning in Matthew 5:4?

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Matthew 5:4 teaches that those who mourn, specifically spiritual mourners, are blessed because they will be comforted.

In Matthew 5:4, Jesus pronounces a blessing on those who mourn, indicating a specific kind of mourning that involves spiritual sorrow over sin. This mourning is not about worldly grief, such as loss or disappointments, but rather a grief that arises from a deep awareness of one's sinful state before God. Such mourning reflects a contrite heart, recognizing the need for redemption, and marks the inner work of the Holy Spirit leading individuals to true repentance.
Scripture References: Matthew 5:4, Isaiah 61:3

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