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Who Are Truly Happy?The Watchtower—1986 | October 1
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Directing his comments to his disciples, Jesus begins: “Happy are you poor, because yours is the kingdom of God.
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Who Are Truly Happy?The Watchtower—1986 | October 1
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What Jesus means by being happy, however, is not simply being jovial or mirthful, as when one is having fun. True happiness is deeper, carrying the thought of contentment, a sense of satisfaction and fulfillment in life.
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Who Are Truly Happy?The Watchtower—1986 | October 1
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At the same time, Jesus did not mean that simply being poor, hungry, and mournful makes a person happy. Often, however, such disadvantaged persons may respond to Jesus’ teachings, and they thereby are blessed with true happiness.
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