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 will follow this union with Christ in His death and resurrection?
At the beginning of His ministry, what example did Jesus set for the benefit of His followers?
At His birth, what message did the angel bring to the shepherds abiding in the field?
What did Isaiah say Christ would do with the law?
8. In what language did Christ briefly describe the experiences of His people previous to these calamities?
Upon what one fact does Paul base the Christian hope?
In what respect is the reaping of God's people to differ from their sowing?

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