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.

6. What prayer of Christ shows that the redemption of a lost world trembled in the balance in that terrible hour?
How many must meet the test of the judgment?
What inspired tribute is paid to the law of God?
What did God purpose to do with the people of that day?
BY whom was the Ten Commandment law proclaimed?
What is the result of cultivating these eight graces?
How fully has God promised to supply our needs?

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