Co-joined with designs of buoyant joy are those who see each moment anew
through an infusion of devotional volition,
thereby rendering the conditions for impending splendor,
and ending the specter of projected expectations
by Tomas Meyers
from the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5: 3-12)
with English translations from the Peshitta (ancient 6th century Aramaic text)
by George Lamsa and Rocco Errico, with a little cut and paste by rahmaneh
(with parts of the King James version in parentheses for reference)
From Meager Beginnings Come Eager Ends
(Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of God)
Delighted are those who are surrender to God,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Toowayhon l'meskaynay brookh: dilhonhee malkutha dashmaya
Well satisfied are those who postpone doubt
and simplify their lives through naturalness of action.
Although humble in means,
the air they breathe carries them from feverish stumbling.
Modest as it seems, life sustaining breath arises from a silent source and
(through the concourse of combined sound and motion)
ignites the waiting mind with devotion
to the One from whom we come.
Transformative Mourning
(Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted)
Delighted are the wailing ones, for they shall be comforted.
Toowayhon laweelay: dhenon nethbayun
When the closet closes us with stark loneliness,
and we are lost in dark worry,
torn by self-scorn and waning health
then, know, a door opens toward our center-most contentment,
helping us re-enter mystery,
freely to uplift our faces,
and release distorting pain.
Meekness Without Weakness
(Blessed are the meek)
Delighted are the humble and the flexible,
for they shall inherit the land (earth)
Toowayhon lmakeyhey: dhenon nertoon araa
Innocently responsive pliancy,
bred from self-awareness,
increases healthful intimacy and arbitrates our deepest needs.
Alleviate misconceived differences and reconcile exiled strangers
by letting soothing breaths and blessed smiles redirect lost and tainted thoughts.
Let caution grow eager to become bold,
and hold an inner meeting place where you perceive the whole.
Assay the sum of seemingly divergent views,
so you can reap the harvest of renewed youthfulness and garner lasting happiness.
Reimburse Your Hunger and Thirst
(
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled)Toowayhon laylain dkapneen wazhain lkaynootha: dhenon nesbayun
Enduring rewards are assured for all who labor ardently
in their thirst for purpose and stability.
They will find abilities which ease their momentary blight,
and soon relieve torturous fears.
Although parching hardship befall them,
and inner-warfare pull their minds,
they will breathe fulfillment in the air,
and bloom fully clear of bleak despair.
The Circle of Mercy
(Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy)
Delighted are the compassionate, for compassion shall return to them.
Toowayhon lamrahmanay: dalayhon nehoon rahmay
The kin of kindness
breed resplendent mindfulness,
and send tender youth
to ease untended injuries,
and retrieve the sap of love
from primeval roots.
Brimming with gratitude
and beautifully clad,
gentle Ms Sympathy
bends to mend madness
with sanityıs kiss,
and soon hands sadness
an uplifting gift.
Purity Insures Security
(Blessed) Delighted are those who are pure in their hearts: for they (shall) see God.
Toowayhon laylain dadkain blibhon: denon nehzon lalaha
Fervent fidelity to Universal Will
fulfills both body and soul,
acknowledging the preciousness of each instant,
while insinuating blessings
and easing contentiousness with persuasive smiles
which pervade the atmosphere
with everlasting cheer.
Peacemakers are Go
God's Pacemakers
(Blessed) Delighted are the peacemakers;
for they shall be called the children of God.
Toowayhon lawday shlama davnow dahala nethdron
Peace and justice come to those
who practice peacefulness and equipoise.
Our thirst is naturally assuaged.
as calmly we surrender to vast arrays of majesty
and draw from pristine wells.
The source of wellness looms, like the welcome sun,
and unencumbered, we become beautiful and pure.
Understanding soon exfoliates among the people,
as the land is held in holiness.
Deeply touched are those in openness,
and good fortune follows without need of luck,
since trust wholly blesses us.
Transmuted Persecution
(Blessed) Delighted are those who are persecuted for the sake of justice (righteousness' sake): for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Toowayhon laylain detrdep metol kaynootha dilhon malkutha dashmaya
Affliction's residue conceals a gift
which heals us of indifference to another's struggle with inequity.
Perhaps our own beleaguered minds
can coax reflection on misdirected acts,
show us once disowned artifacts,
and build a temple of sweet delight?
Scarred and blind resentment can gain eyes,
and find contentment eagerly awaiting simple scrutiny.
Let us soothe cruel insanity,
smother smug innuendoes and slanderous intent,
then lend a hand to those haplessly misplaced,
and move into the habitat
of astounding boundlessness.
Smile While Reviled
(Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and shall say all manner of evil
against you falsely, for my sake).
Delighted are you when they taunt you and persecute you and are saying every kind of vicious word against you because of my teachings.
Toowayhon immath damhasdeen lkhon waradpin lkhon wamrim eleykon
kul milla bisha metolath wdagalutha
When, in the name of sustained awakening,
perverse and maiming slurs are reconciled
without reverting to reprisals or self-blame or doubt,
then, even accused of putrid uselessness,
we can incorporate distortions into clear awareness.
Health is ultimately assured,
and each gooey tentacle becomes revered,
as we reverse despair
and understand in intimate detail
the very outline of our divine countenance.
Be Glad, Be Great, Break Awake, and Stay Amazed
(Rejoice) At that very moment be joyful and exceedingly glad, for your reward is assured (great is your reward), for in the same manner they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
Haydeyn khadaw wa rwazw dargarkhun sgee washmaya
hakana geyr rdapw l'naviya d'men q'damaykun
Funnel inspiration from
the interdimensional storehouse of allowances,
and implore fear and adversity to disappear.
Dismiss apparent discord,
then make amends with despair
and lessen arrogance.
Extend awareness into infinite elation,
and arouse the heartbeat of a sacred spouse.
Start where you are, startled and amazed,
and drop your armaments.
Uncover passionate purpose amidst the rubble,
and stop searching for an outside source.
Impart doubtless fervor to each passerby,
then realize you have passed this way before,
and are supported by an ever-seeding lineage.