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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Upon what condition is faith reckoned for righteousness?
Which are some of the most touching and soul-winning of Christ's parables?
What is to be one of the prominent sins of the last days?
How are the character, work, period of supremacy, and great power of the beast described?
By what authority was Sunday Sabbath-keeping instituted?
Where will all the saints then go?

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