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.

Of whom did Christ say the Scriptures testify?
Whose voice had more weight with Saul than had the commandment of God?
What will he the reward of those who honor their parents?
How many of the dead will be raised?
What is the love of God?
How was Peter delivered later?
Of what are the streets of the city composed?

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