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.

With what comparison did He illustrate the subject?
In what spirit should children obey their parents?
Who is the real power operating through the beast and his image, and demanding worship?
What prophecy had Paul upon which to base his statement?
What definite period is mentioned under this trumpet?
What is God called in the Scriptures?
How many foundations has this city?

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