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 fate awaits blind teachers and their followers?
What did the devout Simeon say when he saw the child Jesus?
How earnestly should parents teach their children the things of God?
What will be the standard in the judgment?
21. What miraculous event occurred at the death of Christ, signifying that the sacrificial system was for ever at an end ?
How important is the trial of our faith?
When expiring on the cross, what did Christ say?

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