Why did Christ say the meek are blessed?

Answer

"Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth." Matt. 5: 5.
NOTE - This inheritance cannot be realized in this life; for here the truly meek generally have
little of earth's good things.

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How necessary is the experience of sanctification?
What prophecy was fulfilled in the Pentecostal outpouring of the Spirit in the time of the apostles?
In what language is this clearly stated?
What is the meaning of the word \"Sabbath\"?
What does He know and remember?
How did Elijah pray before obtaining his request?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle