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 is the final result or fruit of sin?
How is the righteousness thus obtained described?
To what temple did He refer?
What instruction suggests the giving of thanks for daily food?
12. What universal boycott is to be employed, in an attempt to compel all to receive the mark of the beast?
Who did He say would be called great in the kingdom?
What does Malachi say of those that fear the Lord?

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