People
He went up on a mountainside and began to teach the crowds.
Jesus
Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount from this type of location.
a mountainside (mountain)
Jesus gave this many blessings, known as the Beatitudes, at the start of his sermon.
eight
Jesus said the pure in heart will experience this blessing.
"they will see God"
Matthew 4:4
Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”
Jesus addressed this group as “the salt of the earth.”
his disciples
Jesus said a city set on this cannot be hidden.
a hill
Jesus said if someone strikes you on this many cheeks, turn to them the other also.
one (the right cheek)
Jesus said those who mourn will receive this.
comfort
Matthew 12:37
For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.”
Jesus said these people will be called “children of God.”
the peacemakers
Jesus said if you are offering your gift at this place and remember your brother has something against you, first be reconciled.
the altar
Jesus said if someone forces you to go one mile, go with them this many.
two
Jesus said the meek will inherit this.
the earth
Matthew 12:35
A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in him, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in him.
Jesus warned against being angry with this group of people.
your brother or sister (fellow believer)
Jesus referred to this place as the “city of the Great King.”
Jerusalem
Jesus said your righteousness must surpass that of these two groups to enter the kingdom of heaven.
the Pharisees and the teachers of the law (scribes)
Jesus said those persecuted for righteousness will receive this.
the kingdom of heaven
Matthew 6:6
But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.
Jesus said to love not only your neighbor but also this group.
your enemies
Jesus warned that anyone who calls another “fool” will be in danger of this place of fire.
hell (Gehenna)
Jesus mentioned this many body parts that could cause you to stumble and should be removed.
two (right eye and right hand)
Jesus said to let your light shine before others so they may see this and glorify your Father in heaven.
your good deeds (good works)
Matthew 5:22
But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to a brother or sister, ‘Raca,’ is answerable to the court. And anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of hell.