68 Jesus said, "Blessed are you when you're hated and persecuted, and no place will be found where you've been persecuted." (THO) 69 Jesus said, "Blessed are those who've been persecuted in their own hearts. They've truly known the Father. Blessed are those who are hungry, so that their stomachs may be filled." (THO)
Gospel of Thomas 1:68–69
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Matthew 5:10–12
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Gospel of Thomas 1:53–55
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Gospel of Thomas 1:57–59
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Gospel of Thomas 1:48–50
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1 Peter 4:13–15
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