What Is Poor In Spirit?

Send us Fan Mail What Is Poor In Spirit? "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” - Matthew 5:3 The Greek word ptōchoi (πτωχοί) translated as poor describes someone who is beyond being merely poor but is completely destitute and dependent upon others. The Greek word translated as spirit, pneuma (πνεῦμα) means breath or wind—the animating force of life which is closely related to their mindset, attitude, and the orientation of their heart. To b...