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.

What exhortation is based upon Christ's love for us?
When was Jesus born?
Through what was the original creation wrought?
What else did Jesus do on the Sabbath?
What song will they sing?
When are the saints to he like Jesus?
How may one grow in grace?

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