Roman Catholic Lens Commentary: Matthew 5:1-12

## Roman Catholic Lens Reading of Matthew 5:1-12

### Tradition-Specific Interpretation

We read the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-12 as the heart of the New Law, presented by Christ, who is the fulfillment of the Old Law. This passage is not merely an ethical guideline but a revelation of the kingdom's values, which are fully realized in the life of grace. The Beatitudes reveal the face of Christ and invite us to partake in His divine life through the sacraments, especially the Eucharist, where we receive the grace to live these truths. The Beatitudes are a blueprint for holiness, reflecting the virtues of the Christian life that lead us to eternal beatitude with God.

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