*BEATIFIC/*BEATITUDES - see HAPPY, PEACE, HEAVEN, CONTENT, HARMONY, WITHIN
The Beatific Vision which the devils forfeited because of their pride they must now observe being enjoyed by what was once a "mere" mortal. (The Screwtape Letters, p172)
Blessed are the simple, for they shall have much peace. (Thomas a Kempis)
The "Be-attitudes" or attitudes of being, are the steps on the stairway of devotion. By practicing these attitudes, you prepare the ground to invite God into your heart. (Divine Rev, p91)
ENLIGHTENMENT IS SEEING HOW THINGS REALLY ARE. Such an experience as the "beatific vision". (Contemplation, p38)
Is a state of mind that is both BLESSED and BEAUTIFUL. I wonder if: we're responsible on our own to obtain the "beatific vision" by realizing (coming face to face) that God is both within (via the Holy Spirit) and without (as the entire universe). Also see JUDGMENT. (Randy)
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. - see humble and open (or non judgemental)
Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land.
Blessed are they who hunger and thrist for righteousness,
for they will be satisfied.
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the clean of heart, for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Matt 5:3-10)
See POOR,MOURN,MEEK,HUNGER/THRIST,MERCIFUL,CLEAN,PEACEMAKERS,PERSECUTED.