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.

How does Abraham's experience show that obedience and faith are inseparable?
What is proved by any attempt to be justified by the law?
What will be the fate of those who do not obey the gospel of Christ?
What example did Christ set in Sabbath observance?
How did this change in observance of days come about, suddenly or gradually?
Why are its gates not to be closed?
19. When this city becomes the metropolis of the new earth, what will be the condition of God's people?

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