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 instruction shows that sanctification is a progressive work?
What did Christ say of those who rejected John's message?
When, according to the Bible, does the Sabbath begin?
What are God's people told to do at this time?
What command is given under the sixth trumpet?
How many of these beings did John see around the throne?
How numerous are these wicked spirits, or fallen angels?

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